Livability Score

77
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (8) F
392 Caffé
Coffee Shop
Redband Coffee Co.
Coffee Shop
NEST Cafe
Coffee Shop
NEST Cafe
Coffee Shop
Awake Coffee Company
Coffee Shop
Awake Coffee Company
Coffee Shop
CoolBeanz Coffee House
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Dunn Brothers
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (17) A+
Adler Theater
Theatre Arts
Figge Art Museum
Art Gallery
German American Heritage Center & Museum
Museum
Modern Woodmen Park
Stadium
Varieties Nightclub
Nightclub
Clock Tower Building
Museum
Circa 21 Dinner and Playhouse
Theatre Arts
Galvin Fine Arts Center
Theatre Arts
Davenport Art Gallery
Theatre Arts
Putnam Museum
Museum
National Geographic Giant Screen Theater
Cinema
Vander Veer Botanical Park
Attraction
Rock Island Arsenal Museum
Museum
Village Theatre
Theatre Arts
Hose Station No. 4
Museum
Whitewater Junction
Water Park
Centennial Hall
Theatre Arts
Rock Island Arsenal Museum
Museum
Anderson Outdoor Pavilion
Theatre Arts
Fryxell Geology Museum
Museum
Brady Street Stadium
Stadium
30 Lanes
Bowling Alley
Vibrant Arena at the MARK
Stadium
John Deere Pavillion
Museum
Food and Drink (66) A+
Carriage Haus
Bar
Mac's Tavern
Bar
Kilkenny's Pub
Bar
Shenanigan's Irish Pub
Bar
The Office Cocktail Bar & Lounge
Bar
Boozie's Bar & Grille
Bar
Analog Arcade Bar
Bar
Subway
Fast Food
Gateway Pub
Bar
Triple Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel
Bar
Great River Brewery
Bar
Mary's On 2nd
Bar
KFC
Fast Food
Bent River Brewing Company
Bar
Wake Brewing
Bar
Taco Bell
Fast Food
The 11th Street Precinct Bar & Grill
Bar
Checkers
Fast Food
Gilly's Corner Tap
Bar
Grumpy's Saloon
Bar
Burger King
Fast Food
McClellan Stockade
Bar
Thirsty's on Third
Bar
Lagomarcino's
Sweets
Rookie's
Bar
Fitness (9) A+
Black & Brave Wrestling Academy
Gym
R. Richard Bittner Athletic and Recreation Center
Gym
Clock Inc. LGBT+ Community Center
Community Centre
Wellness and Recreation Center
Gym
Martin Luther King Community Center
Community Centre
Roy J. Carver Physical Education Center
Gym
Fairchild Family Strength Center
Gym
PepsiCo Recreation Center
Gym
Building B
Gym
Nick Tarpeins
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
Roosevelt Community Center
Community Centre
Moline Activity Center
Community Centre
Rock Island Fitness and Activity Center
Gym
Bettendorf Community Center
Gym
Groceries (15) F
ALDI
Grocery Store
Hy-Vee
Grocery Store
Hy-Vee
Grocery Store
Hy-Vee
Grocery Store
Hy-Vee
Grocery Store
Aldi
Grocery Store
Fresh Thyme
Grocery Store
Hy-Vee
Grocery Store
Jewel-Osco
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Fareway
Grocery Store
Parks (141) A+
Kaiserslautern Square Park
Park
Lafayette Park
Park
LeClaire Park
Park
Sister Concetta Park
Park
Bechtel Park
Park
Herington Park
Park
Centennial Park
Park
River Heritage Park
Park
LeClaire Heights Park
Park
Hilltop Park
Park
Cork Hill Park
Park
Jefferson Park
Park
Schwiebert Riverfront Park
Park
Belle of the Bends
Playground
Sylvan Park
Park
Centennial Bridge Park
Park
Centennial Bridge Park
Park
Gabe and Lee Barber Park
Park
Veteran's Memorial Park
Park
Riverview Terrace Park
Park
Marian Grotto
Park
Monroe Park
Park
Tyler Park
Park
Koenig Park
Park
Prospect Park
Park
Shops (90) F
Source Bookstore
Books
Devine Creations Barbershop
Hairdresser
Express Lane
Convenience Store
Ace Hardware
Home Improvement
Circle K
Convenience Store
Kwik Shop
Convenience Store
Dollar Tree
Discount Store
Star Salon and Spa
Hairdresser
Corner Deli
Convenience Store
Hopes Bridal
Clothing
Studio Arts
Hairdresser
Dollar General
Discount Store
Jerry & Sparky's Bicycle Shop
Bicycle
Kwik Shop
Convenience Store
Colman Florist and Greenhouses
Florist
Religious Supply
Gift Shop
Family Dollar
Discount Store
Steve's Barbershop
Hairdresser
Running Wild
Shoes
The ComiQ Rack
Books
Big Lots
Department Store
Simply Amish Furniture
Furniture
Kwik Star
Convenience Store
U.S. Cellular
Electronics
Batteries Plus Bulbs
Electronics
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commute B+

Of all people who commute, 0.6% take public transportation in Davenport.
Public Transit Stops (3)
Stops & Stations
B+
Ground Transportation Center
Bus Stop
Ground Transportation Center
Bus Station
Center Station MetroLink
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
0.6%
F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Davenport is 92/100 - which is 2% higher than Iowa.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
B+
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
D
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crime F

Davenport crime rates are 4,179 per 100k, which is 158% higher than Iowa
Property Crime
3,481 crimes per 100k
F
Violent Crime
698 crimes per 100k
F
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employment C-

The median income in Davenport is $53,140 - which is 3% lower than Iowa.
Med. Household Income
$53,140
D-
Unemployment Rate
3.0%
B
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (33)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
A+
Davenport Police Department
Police
Scott County Sheriffs Office
Police
Davenport Fire Department Prevention Bureau Central Station
Fire Station
Community Health Care
Clinic
Rock Island County Jail and Sheriff's Department
Police
Central Fire Station
Fire Station
Central Fire Station
Fire Station
Manor Care Health Services
Nursing Home
Rock Island Police Department
Police
St. Mary Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
Nursing Home
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Genesis Medical Center
Hospital
Genesis Family Medical Center
Doctor
Davenport Fire Department Station 6
Fire Station
Davenport Fire Department Station 4
Fire Station
Genesis Medical Center
Hospital
Saint Anthony's Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, LLC.
Nursing Home
Hy-Vee Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Fire Station No. 5
Fire Station
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Davenport Fire Department Station 3
Fire Station
Rock Island Fire Station 3
Fire Station
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Davenport Fire Department Station 5
Fire Station
Hy-Vee Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
D+
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housing A+

Davenport home prices are $135,200 - which is 2% higher than Iowa
Home Price
$135,200
D-
Home Appreciation Rate
9%
B+
Home Affordability
2.5x (home price to income ratio)
A+
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schools C

The Davenport graduation rate is 86% - which is 2% lower than Iowa
School Test Scores
53%
D
High School Grad. Rates
86%
C+
Elementary Schools (24) F
Jefferson Elementary School
Madison Elementary School
Rock Island Academy
All Saints Catholic School
Monroe Elementary School
Frank L Smart Intermediate
St Paul The Apostle Catholic School
Sudlow Intermediate
Washington Elementary School
Trinity Lutheran School
Ricms
Garfield Elementary School
Adams Elementary School
Longfellow Elem School
Williams Intermediate
Mckinley Elementary School
Hayes Elementary School
Eisenhower Elementary School
Wilson Elementary School
Frances Willard Elem School
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
Denkmann Elem School
John F Kennedy Catholic School
St Pauls Lutheran School
Jordan Catholic School
High Schools (4) F
Central High School
Thurgood Marshall Learning Ctr
Alleman High School
Rock Island High School
Mid City High
West High School
North High School
Rivermont Collegiate
Quad Cities Christian School
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ratings D-

Davenport has an overall rating of 52% from 16 reviews.
User Reviews (2)
From AreaVibes
F
User Surveys (14)
From AreaVibes
B-
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Unsafe City, stay away. 0.5 rating By go buckeyes ( Aug 18, 2015) Not the place to be. High crime, robbery, road rage a daily occurrence here. Very unfriendly drivers in this town. Very few who follow traffic laws. People just not very nice here. We are been to Chicago, Minneapolis, Denver, Dallas, New York, Nashville, Indianapolis, Milwaukee, ...Read More etc. And this city is by far the worst we been to. Des Moines is far better and much more friendly city. We live in Fort Madison for years and find that a much better place to live also. But the State taxes are also very high. Up to 9 percent, maybe that's what makes everybody unset?? Read Less
Davenport, IA - Perfection on the Mississippi River 4 rating By Anonymous ( Jun 24, 2010) My husband and I stayed at the Clarion Hotel in Davenport during the month of July in 2009. The hotel was clean, reasonably priced, and conveniently located near the interstate. The staff was great about answering our questions about what attractions to see and things to do in Da ...Read More venport.

We watched the sun set during a dinner cruise along this Mississippi River. We spent several hours at the Rhythm City Casino. Luckily, I didn't lose all of our savings at the Blackjack table. We actually left the casino with a few dollars more than we started with. It wasn't enough to write home about, but a win is always better than a loss! For dinner, I'd recommend Antonella's Trattoria Ristorante & Pizzaria's Chicago-style stuffed pizza. They also had a fantastic selection of Italian wines.

We had fun in Davenport. There were so many things to do and see in the area that it was a little difficult deciding what to do (except for the casino!). We heard good things about the Vander Veer Botanical Garden and Putnam Museum. If we go back to Davenport, those are definitely on our to do list! Read Less
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      Davenport, IA

      Davenport is one of the smaller cities in Scott County, Iowa. You'll experience a suburban feeling whether you're visiting or moving to the city. Most of the homes in the city are owned, but there are quite a few apartment complexes close to the downtown area that offer rentals. There is an abundance of activities for residents and guests to enjoy with more parks and restaurants in the area than shopping centers. Home values and rental amounts are less than the national average and usually lower than surrounding cities and counties. There is a nice balance of age groups living in Davenport as well as economic backgrounds. When you visit Davenport, you'll usually feel right at home as everyone tries to make others feel welcome at every turn.

      Not only is Davenport one of the most diverse cities in the county, but it's also the county seat. This means that you'll find more offices and businesses in the city compared to other areas. However, that doesn't' take away from the feeling of community that is displayed. The Vander Veer Botanical Garden is a historical attraction that is located in the city as well as several other exhibits that offer details about the history of Davenport and the state. Many of the neighborhoods have been in Davenport since the 1840s when settlers from Germany first arrived in Iowa. The German background can still be felt in the West Third Street area.

      Since Davenport is located along the border of Illinois and Iowa, you'll have easy access to several major cities in both states. Some of the cities you can travel to in just a few hours include Chicago and Des Moines. In the city, public transportation is available as well as several taxi services. Bikes are common in Davenport due to the high number of parks in the city.

      While you're in Davenport, you'll experience a few different types of weather during the year. The summer months tend to get very humid with high temperatures. In the winter, you'll usually see at least a few inches of snow with an average snowfall total of 30 inches. There is also a lot of wind that blows through in the winter months and freezing temperatures. You'll usually see a balance of sunny and cloudy days in the city.

      Although retail is a popular career for many residents who live in Davenport, manufacturing is at the top of the list of jobs available. Lee Enterprise and Von Maur employee the largest number of people in the city. Festivals in the city keep residents and visitors busy when they aren't working. Bix Fest is the most popular and features three days of music. Landmarks that you can visit in Davenport include the Centennial Bridge and the German American Heritage Center.

      A Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Davenport? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Kaiserslautern Square Park
      Lafayette Park
      LeClaire Park
      Sister Concetta Park
      Bechtel Park
      Herington Park
      Centennial Park
      River Heritage Park

      Entertainment

      Adler Theater
      Figge Art Museum
      German American Heritage Center & Museum
      Modern Woodmen Park
      Varieties Nightclub
      Clock Tower Building
      Circa 21 Dinner and Playhouse
      Galvin Fine Arts Center

      Food & Drink

      Carriage Haus
      Mac's Tavern
      Kilkenny's Pub
      Shenanigan's Irish Pub
      The Office Cocktail Bar & Lounge
      Boozie's Bar & Grille
      Analog Arcade Bar
      Subway

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Davenport? Of all people who commute, 0.6% take public transportation in Davenport.
      Drive to Work
      85%

      9% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      equal to the US average

      B Health & Safety

      Is Davenport a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Genesis Medical Center
      Genesis Medical Center

      Pharmacies

      Hy-Vee Pharmacy
      Hy-Vee Pharmacy
      Hy-Vee Pharmacy
      Hy-Vee Pharmacy
      Hy-Vee Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors

      Spring Street Family Practice
      Genesis Family Medical Center