Where is Bettendorf, Iowa, USA?

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Where is Bettendorf Located? - Bettendorf is a city located in the Scott County of Iowa, United States. Bettendorf lies between 37.7623 Degrees North latitudes and 84.8433 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Bettendorf Located?

Bettendorf is a city located in the Scott County of Iowa, United States. Bettendorf lies between 37.7623 Degrees North latitudes and 84.8433 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Bettendorf city is 39102 people and the city has a total area of 21.3 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Bettendorf, Iowa Quick Facts

FactDetails
CityBettendorf
CountyScott County
StateIowa
State CapitalDes Moines
CountryUnited States
US RegionMidwest
Latitude41.5250°N
Longitude90.5151°W
Elevation591 ft (180 m)
Land Area22.66 sq mi
Water Area0.61 sq mi
Total Area23.27 sq mi
Population (Census 2020)39,102
Population DensityApproximately 1,725 per sq mi
ZIP Codes52722, 52726
Area Code563
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST, UTC-6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT, UTC-5)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code19-06220
Congressional DistrictIowa's 1st Congressional District

Nearby Cities and Communities to Bettendorf, Iowa

  • Davenport, Iowa - 4 mi West
  • Moline, Illinois - 7 mi South
  • East Moline, Illinois - 8 mi Southeast
  • Riverdale, Iowa - 4 mi South
  • Le Claire, Iowa - 10 mi East
  • Eldridge, Iowa - 12 mi North
  • Rock Island, Illinois - 10 mi Southwest
  • Silvis, Illinois - 11 mi Southeast
  • Blue Grass, Iowa - 13 mi West
  • Clinton, Iowa - 40 mi Northeast

Bettendorf, Iowa Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Rainfall (in)
January30141.4
April61403.8
July85664.3
October64432.8
Annual604137.0
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate ClassificationHot-Summer Humid Continental (Köppen Dfa)
Annual RainfallApproximately 37 inches
Annual Sunshine DaysAbout 199 days
Hurricane/Tornado RiskModerate - Thunderstorms, tornadoes and winter snowstorms
SnowfallApproximately 30 inches annually

Driving Distances from Bettendorf, Iowa

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
DavenportIowa410 min
RiverdaleIowa410 min
MolineIllinois715 min
East MolineIllinois815 min
Le ClaireIowa1015 min
Rock IslandIllinois1018 min
SilvisIllinois1120 min
EldridgeIowa1220 min
Blue GrassIowa1322 min
ClintonIowa4045 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Bettendorf, Iowa

TransportationDetails
Airport NameQuad Cities International Airport
IATA CodeMLI
PortPort of Davenport (regional Mississippi River port)
Major HighwaysInterstate 74, Interstate 80, U.S. Route 67, U.S. Route 6
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearest Amtrak station at Galesburg, Illinois
Local Bus/Transit ServiceMetroLINK public transit
  • Interstate 74 connects Bettendorf with Moline, Davenport and other Quad Cities communities across the Mississippi River.
  • Interstate 80 provides east-west access across Iowa and northern Illinois.
  • MetroLINK operates regional bus service connecting Bettendorf with Davenport, Moline, Rock Island and surrounding communities.
  • Quad Cities International Airport is approximately 10 miles south of Bettendorf and offers regular commercial flights to major U.S. destinations.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Bettendorf, Iowa

LandmarkType
Isle Casino Hotel BettendorfCasino and Hotel
The Waterfront Convention CenterConvention Center
Family MuseumChildren's Museum
Duck Creek ParkwayRecreation Trail
Crow Creek ParkCommunity Park
Veterans Memorial ParkMemorial Park
Mississippi RiverfrontScenic Riverfront
Figge Art MuseumArt Museum
Vander Veer Botanical ParkBotanical Garden
John Deere PavilionAgricultural Museum

Colleges and Universities in Bettendorf, Iowa

InstitutionTypeLevelNotable For
Scott Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCareer education and university transfer programs
St. Ambrose UniversityPrivateUniversityBusiness, nursing and liberal arts
Palmer College of ChiropracticPrivateProfessional CollegeChiropractic education and research
Augustana CollegePrivateCollegeLiberal arts and sciences
Black Hawk CollegePublicCommunity CollegeTechnical and workforce education
Western Illinois University - Quad CitiesPublicUniversityBusiness, engineering and graduate programs

Waterbodies in Bettendorf, Iowa

Mississippi River, Duck Creek, Crow Creek, Sylvan Slough, Credit Island Slough, Lost Grove Lake, Lake George, West Lake Park Lake, Wapsipinicon River, Rock River.

Golf Courses in Bettendorf, Iowa

Palmer Hills Golf Course, Crow Valley Golf Club, TPC Deere Run, Emeis Golf Course, Highland Springs Golf Course, Red Hawk Golf Course, Oakwood Country Club, Byron Hills Golf Course.

Bettendorf, Iowa - Key Historical Facts

  • Bettendorf was founded during the mid-nineteenth century along the Mississippi River and was originally known as Lillienthal before being renamed in honor of the Bettendorf brothers.
  • William and Joseph Bettendorf established a successful manufacturing business that produced railroad car components and helped transform the city into an important industrial center.
  • The city's location on the Mississippi River encouraged commerce, transportation and steady economic growth throughout the twentieth century.
  • Bettendorf became one of the four principal communities of the Quad Cities metropolitan area, sharing strong economic and cultural ties with neighboring cities in Iowa and Illinois.
  • Modern Bettendorf has expanded with residential neighborhoods, business parks, recreational trails and riverfront development.
  • Today, the city is recognized for its high quality of life, excellent schools, outdoor recreation, healthcare services and vibrant Mississippi River waterfront.

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