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Danbury, WI

Wisconsin

Danbury is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 85. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
85 Population 67/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $36,873 per capita
$112,500 Home Value $293,336 Zillow
$735 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value, $735/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $735
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population85
Median Age65.2 yrs
Density67/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans85.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$36,873
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.9%
County GDP$995M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$735
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$293,336
Housing Units86
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking15.5%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain30.1 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation957 ft (292 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+85.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute18 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries3

Is Danbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Danbury receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.9% 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 $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $735 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Danbury has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches, including 52.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Danbury has a population of 85 with a density of 67 people per square mile. The median age is 65.2 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.9%), with 9.4% Hispanic.

Population

85
Total Population
67
People / sq mi
65.2yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Danbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Danbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Danbury is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.9% 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$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,873
Avg Weekly Wage$851
IRS Avg AGI$61,352

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)733
County GDP$995M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare79
Retail94
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,634
4% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Drive Alone74.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Danbury is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $735 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $293,336.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$293,336

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$735
37% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.8%
Housing Units86
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,634
4% above US avg
Effective Rate3.23%
In Danbury, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma12.1%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits60.4%
Premature Death8,534/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access55.4%
Healthcare Facilities79
Danbury has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.1 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.1 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall52.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation957 ft (292 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density67/sq mi
Coordinates46.0095°N, 92.3763°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.2-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.8%
D 31.6%

Winner: Republican by 35.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.2%
34% below US avg
High School+85.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density67/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities79
Restaurants76
Retail Stores94

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Drive Alone74.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

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