Davis City, IA

Iowa

Davis City is a small town in Iowa with a population of 170. Residents earn $37,417 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
170 Population 293/sq mi density
$37,417 Median Income $24,804 per capita
$45,500 Home Value
$725 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$37,417 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,500 home value, $725/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,417
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,500
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population170
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density293/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$37,417
Per Capita$24,804
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$278M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,500
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Elevation958 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+85.5%
School Score5.55

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute29 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries3

Is Davis City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Davis City receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Davis City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Davis City is $37,417, 50% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Davis City is $45,500, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 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

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Davis City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Davis City has a population of 170 with a density of 293 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

170
Total Population
293
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Davis City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Davis City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Davis City is $37,417, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Davis City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,417
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,804
Avg Weekly Wage$827
IRS Avg AGI$53,793

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)224
County GDP$278M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare12
Retail27
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,429
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Davis City is $45,500, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,500
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$795
2 Bedrooms$1,043
3 Bedrooms$1,251
4 Bedrooms$1,392

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,429
27% above US avg
Effective Rate9.73%
In Davis City, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Davis City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death9,258/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access62.6%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Davis City has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density293/sq mi
Coordinates40.6400°N, 93.8126°W
County FIPS19053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.1-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.7%
D 25.7%

Winner: Republican by 47.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+85.5%
School Test Score5.55
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density293/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants12
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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