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%
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
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Davis City vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.7% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.3% |
| 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.
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
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.0% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 224 |
| County GDP | $278M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 12 |
| Healthcare | 12 |
| Retail | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,429 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 9.73% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.1% |
The median home value in Davis City is $45,500, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).
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 Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,043 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,251 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,392 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,429 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 9.73% |
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
| Obesity | 40.4% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.6% |
| Depression | 22.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.6% |
| Premature Death | 9,258/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12 |
Crime Rates: Davis City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 51.6°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.4 inches |
| 2% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 958 ft (292 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 293/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6400°N, 93.8126°W |
| County FIPS | 19053 |