Bettendorf is a medium-sized city located in the state of Iowa. With a population of 39,548 people and ten associated neighborhoods, Bettendorf is the 15th largest community in Iowa.
Bettendorf real estate is some of the most expensive in Iowa, although Bettendorf house values don't compare to the most expensive real estate in the U.S.
Also of interest is that Bettendorf has more people living here who work in computers and math than 95% of the places in the US.
A relatively large number of people in Bettendorf telecommute to their jobs. Overall, about 7.63% of the workforce works from home. While this may seem like a small number, as a fraction of the total workforce it ranks among the highest in the country. These workers are often telecommuters who work in knowledge-based, white-collar professions. For example, Silicon Valley has large numbers of people who telecommute. Other at-home workers may be self-employed people who operate small businesses out of their homes.
Bettendorf is a good choice for families with children because of several factors. Many other families with children live here, making it a place where both parents and children are more likely to develop social ties with other families. The city’s good public school district and large population of college-educated adults provide an environment conducive to academic success. Many people own their own single-family homes, providing areas for children to play and stability in the community. Finally, Bettendorf’s overall crime rate is lower than average for the country.
Do you have a 4-year college degree or graduate degree? If so, you may feel right at home in Bettendorf. 51.71% of adults here have a 4-year degree or graduate degree, whereas the national average for all cities and towns is just 21.84%.
The per capita income in Bettendorf in 2022 was $52,830, which is wealthy relative to Iowa and the nation. This equates to an annual income of $211,320 for a family of four.
Bettendorf is a somewhat ethnically-diverse city. The people who call Bettendorf home describe themselves as belonging to a variety of racial and ethnic groups. The greatest number of Bettendorf residents report their race to be White, followed by Asian. Important ancestries of people in Bettendorf include German, Irish, English, Swedish, and Norwegian.
The most common language spoken in Bettendorf is English. Other important languages spoken here include Langs. of India and Other Asian languages.