Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Davenport

Affordability in Davenport, IA

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median gross rent in Davenport is $978 per month, the median household income is $66,200 per year, and renters make up 37% of occupied housing units. These figures provide context for understanding how HUD-assisted and income-based housing in the city compares to broader local market conditions.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Davenport Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 581 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Davenport

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Davenport scores 48 (Car-Dependent) for walkability and 61 for bikeability. No Transit Score is available for this area. Most errands and commutes will likely require a car, though biking is a more viable option than in many comparable cities.

Schools

Davenport is served by 24 public schools across 2 districts -- including 15 elementary, 4 middle, 4 high schools, and 1 other -- according to NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for any specific address they are considering.

Cost of Living in Davenport

The median household income in Davenport is $66,200 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year. The median gross rent across the city is $978 per month, according to the same source.

Income-based housing programs such as HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties set rents as a percentage of your household income, which can make them significantly more affordable than market-rate units. Davenport has 10 income-based properties covering 738 units across the city.

• Median household income: $66,200/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $978/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 37% of all households (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environment and Flood Risk

All 10 assisted properties in Davenport have been mapped for flood zone status. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood data for these properties.