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Moline, IL Area Guide

Midwestern charm on the banks of the Mississippi River.

Quad Cities Boating History

Just a short drive down I-74 from Davenport, Iowa, Moline is part of the region known as the Quad Cities. Bordered by the Mississippi River to the north and Rock River to the south, Moline is very hospitable to boaters, with five boat launches and a marina around the city. Home of the world headquarters for Deere & Company, Moline is very proud of its historical ties to the John Deere brand-- The John Deere Pavilion is one of the city’s premiere attractions, hosting events throughout the year. Other big draws include the Niabi Zoo and the iWireless Center, a popular venue for music and sporting events. The Downtown Historic District displays magnificent examples of diverse architectural styles from years past. If you rent a house or apartment in Moline, the world is at your fingertips with easy access to I-74, I-80, and Quad Cities International Airport.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Moline, IL is $636 for a studio, $871 for one bedroom, $980 for two bedrooms, and $1,378 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Moline has increased by 5.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$871/month
677 Sq Ft
House
$1,467/month
1,063 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Moline, IL is 9.1% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Moline is 19.1% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $636 - $1,378. You can expect to pay 2.8% less for groceries, 19.2% less for utilities, and 4.6% more for transportation.

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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Moline, IL is for everyday living.

Somewhat Walkable

53 / 100

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

Some Transit

36 / 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Bikeable

50 / 100

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

John Deere Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Coolidge Rssp

Public

Grades 6-8

Moline Sr High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Longview Park and Conservatory
  • Niabi Zoo
  • Quad City Botanical Center
  • Mississippi River Visitor Center
  • Family Museum

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Quad Cities International

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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.