Danbury, IA

Iowa

Danbury is a small town in Iowa with a population of 291. Residents earn $64,028 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
291 Population 710/sq mi density
$64,028 Median Income $33,285 per capita
$75,700 Home Value $193,868 Zillow
$750 Median Rent 18.7% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$64,028 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,700 home value, $750/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,028
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,700
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.2%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

How Danbury Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population291
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density710/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,028
Per Capita$33,285
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$746M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,700
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,868
Rent Burden18.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Elevation1,165 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.2%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute18 min
Broadband82.7%
Libraries5

Is Danbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Danbury receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Danbury offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Danbury is $64,028, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Danbury is $75,700, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Danbury experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches, including 31.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Danbury has a population of 291 with a density of 710 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

291
Total Population
710
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Danbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Danbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Danbury is $64,028, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Danbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,028
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,285
Avg Weekly Wage$1,161
IRS Avg AGI$86,968

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)302
County GDP$746M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare19
Retail35
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,958
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Danbury is $75,700, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,868.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,700
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,868

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden18.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,958
13% above US avg
Effective Rate5.23%
In Danbury, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Danbury vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death6,456/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access74.2%
Healthcare Facilities19

Crime Rates: Danbury vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Danbury has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.2 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall31.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,165 ft (355 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density710/sq mi
Coordinates42.2364°N, 95.7216°W
County FIPS19093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.4-point margin. 82.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.1%
D 22.7%

Winner: Republican by 53.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.2%
55% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density710/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.7%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants16
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

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