Davenport, NE

Nebraska

Davenport is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 299. Residents earn $68,333 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
299 Population 446/sq mi density
$68,333 Median Income $29,303 per capita
$82,000 Home Value $127,822 Zillow
$675 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,333 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,000 home value, $675/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,333
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,000
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

How Davenport Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population299
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density446/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,333
Per Capita$29,303
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$536M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,000
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$127,822

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Elevation1,658 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+90.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute17 min
Libraries5

Is Davenport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Davenport receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Davenport stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Davenport is $68,333, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Davenport is $82,000, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Davenport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches, including 23.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Davenport has a population of 299 with a density of 446 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.6%).

Population

299
Total Population
446
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Davenport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Davenport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Davenport is $68,333, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Davenport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,333
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,303
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$76,884

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)262
County GDP$536M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare10
Retail31
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Davenport is $82,000, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $127,822.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,000
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$127,822

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Rate3.48%
In Davenport, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Davenport vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death6,893/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access33.9%
Healthcare Facilities10

Crime Rates: Davenport vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Davenport has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.1 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall23.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,658 ft (505 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density446/sq mi
Coordinates40.3123°N, 97.8115°W
County FIPS31169
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.9%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+90.4%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density446/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants14
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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