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Davenport, Iowa Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Davenport, Iowa is 101,083 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 3rd-largest city in Iowa. The median household income is $64,497, the median home value is $162,900, and the median age is 37.8.

The population has grown 1.3% since 2010 (99,678 → 100,938).

101,083

Population

1574

People / sq mi

$64,497

Median Income

$162,900

Median Home Value

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Davenport covers 64.2 sq mi of land at 1574 people per square mile.

About Davenport, IA

Housing cost is the defining feature of Davenport: the median home is valued at $162,900. Davenport is a city in Iowa with a population of 101,083. It is the #3-largest of all cities in Iowa nationally.

Household earnings are middling, with a median of $64,497 — below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 10.3%, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $162,900, with typical rent around $930.

30.0% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 8.9% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.

Davenport city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Davenport city had a population of 99,678 in 2010 and 100,938 in 2024, a 1.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 102,534 in 2015. Average annual growth rate: 0.09%.

2015 · 103K20102024
Davenport city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

100,938

Population (2024)

99,678

Population (2010)

102,534

Peak (2015)

0.09%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201099,678
2011100,302
2012101,165
2013102,053
2014102,471
2015102,534
2016102,456
2017102,310
2018101,918
2019101,590
2020101,651
2021101,052
2022100,469
2023100,509
2024100,938

Race & Ethnicity

White75.9%
Black or African American11.2%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.5%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$64,497

Median Household Income

$36,583

Per Capita Income

10.3%

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$162,900

Median Home Value

$930

Median Rent

63.0%

Owner-Occupied

Education

92.6%

High School+

30.0%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.9%

Drive Alone

78.8%

Public Transit

8.9%

Work From Home

18.7 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

35.7%

Foreign Born

93.0%

Non-English at Home

7.7%

Veterans

13.9%

With Disability

92.8%

Health Insurance

93.1%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management22.7%
Manufacturing16.8%
Education, Health Care & Social Services9.7%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate8.4%
Construction6.8%
Retail Trade5.2%
Information5.1%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.5%
Public Administration3.8%
Transportation & Warehousing1.9%
Agriculture & Mining0.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Davenport, Iowa has a population of 101,083 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 3rd-largest city in Iowa.

The median household income in Davenport, Iowa is $64,497, with 10.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Davenport, Iowa is $162,900, with median monthly rent at $930 and a homeownership rate of 63.0%.

The median age in Davenport, Iowa is 37.8 years. The population is 49.6% male and 50.4% female.

The population has grown 1.3% since 2010 (99,678 → 100,938).


Davenport city, IA Climate

Davenport city, IA has an average annual temperature of 10.1°C (50°F) and receives about 905 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

10.1°C

Avg Temp

905

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

-15°-5°5°15°25°35°114mmJFMAMJJASOND
Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Davenport city, IA — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January-6° / 21°36 mm
February-3° / 27°27 mm
March3° / 38°62 mm
April10° / 51°90 mm
May17° / 62°96 mm
June22° / 71°108 mm
July24° / 76°114 mm
August23° / 73°101 mm
September18° / 65°98 mm
October12° / 53°67 mm
November4° / 39°58 mm
December-3° / 26°48 mm

1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.

Best time to visit Davenport city, IA

The most comfortable months to visit Davenport city, IA are typically June, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -11°C low). July is usually the wettest month.

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.