Median Age
29 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 31% of Residents
Under 20
21%
Over 65
13%
Davis
Davis, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,936
Population
71,318
Renter Mix
57% Rent
Bicycle-friendly and artistic, Davis is much more than a college town
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Welcome to Davis, California, a distinctive college town anchored by the University of California, Davis campus in the Sacramento Valley. The city's extensive network of bike paths and tree-lined streets reflects its commitment to sustainable living and environmental stewardship. Currently, rental prices reflect the area's appeal, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,947, showing a slight increase of 0.3% over the past year, while two-bedroom units typically rent for $2,337.
Life in Davis revolves around its downtown district and the UC Davis campus. The Davis Farmers Market, held at Central Park, draws visitors from across the region, while the UC Davis Arboretum offers 100 acres of gardens and walking paths along Putah Creek. The downtown area features independent shops and cafes, while neighborhoods like North Davis provide peaceful residential streets. West Davis is home to the Village Homes development, recognized for its sustainable design features. East Davis offers numerous apartment communities within walking distance to campus. The Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts hosts world-class performances throughout the year, and the annual Picnic Day celebration brings the entire community together each spring. Davis holds the official designation as the "Bicycle Capital of America," with its extensive network of dedicated bike paths and lanes throughout the city.
Explore the City
Downtown Davis and the surrounding area have many public bike lanes.
Downtown Davis is just minutes away from the home of UC Davis.
Davis has evolved into a dynamic and diverse neighborhood full of life and art.
Artwork and sculptures can be found throughout Davis.
Enjoy a brisk morning stroll through Mace Ranch Park with your dog in East Davis.
Picnic in Central Park in Downtown Davis.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$82,233
Average: $120,658
Education
37,401
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
32,261
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Davis has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
57%
Non-Renters
43%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
47%
Other Education
53%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Davis, CA is $1,835 for a studio, $1,936 for one bedroom, $2,224 for two bedrooms, and $2,785 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Davis has increased by 1.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,936/month
660 Sq Ft
House
$2,932/month
1,475 Sq Ft
Townhome
$9,899/month
1,232 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Davis, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Exceptionally Bikeable
Bikeability
90
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
572 Students
Public
Grades K-5
506 Students
Public
Grades K-5
48 Students
Public
Grades K-5
571 Students
Public
Grades K-5
510 Students
Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High
Public
Grades 6-8
588 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
562 Students
Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Junior High
Public
Grades 6-8
533 Students
Ralph Waldo Emerson Junior High
Public
Grades 6-8
524 Students
Davis Special Education Pre-School
Public
Grades K-12
46 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,755 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
562 Students
Davis Special Education Pre-School
Public
Grades K-12
46 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Central Park
- UC Davis Arboretum
- Explorit
- California Raptor Center
- Mondavi Center
Airports
- Sacramento International
Top Apartments in Davis
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Property Management Companies in Davis, CA
Stonesfair Financial Corporation
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14
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3 Communities in Davis
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2,524
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21
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2 Communities in Davis
Greystar
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Units
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1 Community in Davis
AMC
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613
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122,506
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1 Community in Davis
Cardinal Group Management and Advisory, LLC
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159
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.