The population of Davis Wharf City, California, has risen 8.8% from 2000 to 2010, and has increased less than 2% between 2005 and 2010. The city's average age is 25.2 years, with more than 31,178 male residents and 34,444 female residents. There are 11,925 family households and 12,948 non-family households. A large student population has also affected the development of housing in Davis.
The city of Davis has a relatively low homeowner's rate, although prices are higher than the greater Sacramento area and the nation. The median price for an owner-occupied housing unit in Davis was $571,700 in 2005-2009, compared to $579,200 for California and $185,400 for the nation. The city has a low crime rate and a quality of life that is far superior to the average of nearby communities.