Median Income $51,875

31% lower than US avg

Home Value $103,100

63% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.7%

65% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.7%

30% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.6%

56% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.9%

77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population69

Median Age56.3 yrs

Density216/mi²

Male / Female55% / 45%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans62.0%

Economy

Median Income$51,875

Per Capita$32,955

Unemployment1.6%

Poverty2.9%

County GDP$737M

Commute15 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$103,100

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units62

Health

Obesity41.7%

Uninsured9.6%

Smoking13.8%

Depression19.9%

Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI32 (Good)

Rain23.4 in/yr

Sunny Days308/yr

Elevation2,489 ft (759 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.7%

High School+85.0%

Graduate+1.6%

School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%

Commute15 min

Broadband36.0%

Libraries3

Is Danbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Danbury receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, 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 $51,875, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Danbury is $103,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Danbury experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.4 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Danbury has a population of 69 with a density of 216 people per square mile. The median age is 56.3 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

Total Population

216

People / sq mi

56.3yrs

Median Age

45% above US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%

Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Danbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Danbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Danbury is $51,875, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Danbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$51,875
	31% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$32,955
Avg Weekly Wage	$914
IRS Avg AGI	$71,366

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.6%
	56% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.9%
	77% below US avg
Establishments (County)	445
County GDP	$737M

Business (County)

Restaurants	35
Healthcare	45
Retail	70
Manufacturing	14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,723
	35% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	4.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	14.5 min
Drive Alone	90.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Danbury is $103,100, 63% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$103,100
	63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$706
1 Bedroom	$791
2 Bedrooms	$1,001
3 Bedrooms	$1,274
4 Bedrooms	$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	86.1%
Housing Units	62
Median Year Built	1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,723
	35% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.58%

In Danbury, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 19.9% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.7%
	30% above US avg
Diabetes	9.3%
Heart Disease	5.3%
High Blood Pressure	31.5%
Asthma	9.3%
COPD	5.5%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.8%
	1% below US avg
Binge Drinking	21.7%
Physical Inactivity	26.8%
Depression	19.9%
Mental Distress	15.2%
Physical Distress	11.7%
Short Sleep	32.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.2%
Uninsured	9.6%
	12% above US avg
Checkup Rate	72.5%
Dental Visits	62.0%
Premature Death	9,044/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.3/10
Exercise Access	79.2%
Healthcare Facilities	45

Danbury has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.4 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	51.1°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	23.4 inches
	38% below US avg
Snowfall	24.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	32.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,489 ft (759 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density	216/sq mi
Coordinates	40.0377°N, 100.4051°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	31145

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.4-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.7%

D 15.3%

Winner: Republican by 68.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	11.7%
	65% below US avg
High School+	85.0%
Graduate Degree+	1.6%
School Test Score	5.81

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	216/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	36.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	45
Restaurants	35
Retail Stores	70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	14.5 min
Drive Alone	90.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Danbury, NE

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Danbury a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Danbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Danbury vs U.S. Average

Income: Danbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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