Danbury, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Danbury is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,671. Residents earn $87,417 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,671 Population 1,723/sq mi density
$87,417 Median Income $34,776 per capita
$205,600 Home Value $268,551 Zillow
$1,484 Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
230 Violent Crime/100K 115 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$87,417 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$205,600 home value, $1,484/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
230 violent crimes/100K (40% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,417
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $205,600
27% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 230/100K
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,484
28% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,671
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density1,723/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,417
Per Capita$34,776
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$23,376M
Commute44 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$205,600
Rent$1,484
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$268,551

Crime

F
Violent230/100K
Property115/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault230/100K
Burglary57/100K

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Elevation22 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute44 min
Libraries13

Is Danbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Danbury receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. 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 $87,417, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Danbury is $205,600, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,484 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Danbury is below the national average at 230 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 115 per 100,000, 94% below the national average.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Danbury has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Danbury has a population of 1,671 with a density of 1,723 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.9%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

1,671
Total Population
1,723
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.8%
Female 59.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Danbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Danbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Danbury is $87,417, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Danbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,417
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,776
Avg Weekly Wage$1,312
IRS Avg AGI$87,500

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,858
County GDP$23,376M

Business (County)

Restaurants727
Healthcare920
Retail892
Manufacturing253

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,186
134% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.6 min
Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Danbury is $205,600, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,484 (28% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $268,551.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$205,600
27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$268,551
Median List Price$297,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$297,000
$/Sq Ft$125
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio86.0%
Price Drops60.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,484
28% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,186
134% above US avg
Effective Rate3.98%
In Danbury, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Checkup Rate73.5%
Premature Death7,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities920
Danbury has a violent crime rate of 230 per 100,000 residents, 40% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 115 per 100,000 (94% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent229.8/100K
40% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault229.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property114.9/100K
94% below US avg
Burglary57.4/100K
Theft57.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Danbury has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.9°F
31% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.4 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation22 ft (7 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density1,723/sq mi
Coordinates29.2274°N, 95.3462°W
County FIPS48039
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+92.3%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,723/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities920
Restaurants727
Retail Stores892

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.6 min
Work from Home13.2%

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