Danbury, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Danbury is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 234. Residents earn $81,442 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
234 Population 312/sq mi density
$81,442 Median Income $27,816 per capita
$180,200 Home Value $230,918 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,442 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,200 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,442
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $180,200
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.0%
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population234
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density312/mi²
Male / Female76% / 24%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,442
Per Capita$27,816
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,756M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$230,918

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation769 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.0%
High School+84.9%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute33 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries4

Is Danbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Danbury receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Danbury stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Danbury is $81,442, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Danbury is $180,200, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Danbury enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 8.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Danbury has a population of 234 with a density of 312 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 12.8% Black.

Population

234
Total Population
312
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 75.6%
Female 24.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Danbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Danbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Danbury is $81,442, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Danbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,442
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$27,816
Avg Weekly Wage$803
IRS Avg AGI$61,320

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)844
County GDP$1,756M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare54
Retail113
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,909
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Danbury is $180,200, 36% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,918.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,200
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$230,918

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,909
17% below US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Danbury, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.5%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death12,067/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access65.7%
Healthcare Facilities54

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Danbury has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall8.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation769 ft (234 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density312/sq mi
Coordinates36.4110°N, 80.2117°W
County FIPS37169
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.6-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.8%

Winner: Republican by 59.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.0%
29% below US avg
High School+84.9%
School Test Score5.46
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density312/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants58
Retail Stores113

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

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