Home Value $294,300

4% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 72.2%

114% higher than US avg

Median Rent $943

19% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 24.9%

22% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population440

Median Age54.3 yrs

Density127/mi²

Male / Female53% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans6.3%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$57,457

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$7,966M

Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$294,300

Rent$943

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units245

Rent Burden41.6%

Health

Obesity24.9%

Uninsured3.4%

Smoking7.9%

Depression21.5%

Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain38.3 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation1,241 ft (378 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+72.2%

High School+96.1%

Graduate+49.6%

School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 75%

Commute25 min

Broadband95.7%

Libraries6

Is Danby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Danby receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Danby stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Danby is $294,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $943 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Danby is a highly educated community — 72.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Danby experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 62.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Danby has a population of 440 with a density of 127 people per square mile. The median age is 54.3 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%), with 2.3% Black.

Population

440

Total Population

127

People / sq mi

54.3yrs

Median Age

40% above US avg

3.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%

Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Danby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	93.3%
	19% above US avg
Spanish	6.7%
	50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Danby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Danby is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Danby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$57,457
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,342
IRS Avg AGI	$84,199

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,766
County GDP	$7,966M

Business (County)

Restaurants	308
Healthcare	284
Retail	297
Manufacturing	90

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$10,596
	203% above US avg
Cost of Living	107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.8 min
Drive Alone	68.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	31.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Danby is $294,300, 4% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $943 (19% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$294,300
	4% above US avg
Median List Price	$760,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$760,000
$/Sq Ft	$200
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	100.8%
Price Drops	16.7%
Inventory	6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$943
	19% below US avg
Rent Burden	41.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,215
1 Bedroom	$1,315
2 Bedrooms	$1,579
3 Bedrooms	$1,976
4 Bedrooms	$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	79.1%
Housing Units	245
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$10,596
	203% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.60%

In Danby, 24.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 3.4% of residents lack health insurance. 7.9% are current smokers. 21.5% report depression. 13.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	24.9%
	22% below US avg
Diabetes	6.4%
Heart Disease	4.0%
High Blood Pressure	24.9%
Asthma	10.1%
COPD	3.7%
Cancer	8.1%
Stroke	2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	7.9%
	44% below US avg
Binge Drinking	21.2%
Physical Inactivity	13.9%
Depression	21.5%
Mental Distress	14.0%
Physical Distress	9.2%
Short Sleep	33.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	3.4%
	60% below US avg
Checkup Rate	76.6%
Dental Visits	70.3%
Premature Death	5,563/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.3/10
Exercise Access	89.1%
Healthcare Facilities	284

Danby has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	46.3°F
	14% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.3 inches
	1% above US avg
Snowfall	62.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,241 ft (378 m)
Area	3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density	127/sq mi
Coordinates	42.3566°N, 76.4668°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	36109

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 72.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (114% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.6-point margin. 95.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.7%

D 75.3%

Winner: Democrat by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	72.2%
	114% above US avg
High School+	96.1%
Graduate Degree+	49.6%
School Test Score	5.39

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	127/sq mi
Total Area	3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	95.7%
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	284
Restaurants	308
Retail Stores	297

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.8 min
Drive Alone	68.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	31.6%

Danby, NY

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

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Economy

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Is Danby a Good Place to Live?

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Race & Ethnicity

Danby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Danby vs U.S. Average

Income: Danby vs U.S.

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

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Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

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