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Danforth, IL

Illinois · Iroquois County

Danforth is a small town in Illinois with a population of 619. Residents earn $47,750 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
619 Population 1,290/sq mi density
$47,750 Median Income $22,815 per capita
$138,600 Home Value $168,008 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 26.6% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$47,750 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$138,600 home value, $850/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,750
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $138,600
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.0%
206% higher than US avg

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

People

Population619
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density1,290/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$47,750
Per Capita$22,815
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty38.0%
County GDP$1,425M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$138,600
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,008
Housing Units211
Rent Burden26.6%

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking17.5%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation654 ft (199 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+90.0%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute29 min
Broadband80.5%
Libraries9

Is Danforth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Danforth receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Danforth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Danforth is $47,750, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. The poverty rate of 38.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Danforth is $138,600, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Danforth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Danforth has a population of 619 with a density of 1,290 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%).

Population

619
Total Population
1,290
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Danforth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Danforth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Danforth is $47,750, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Danforth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,750
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,815
Avg Weekly Wage$963
IRS Avg AGI$68,388

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate38.0%
206% above US avg
Establishments (County)675
County GDP$1,425M

Business (County)

Restaurants59
Healthcare69
Retail70
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Danforth is $138,600, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,008.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,600
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,008

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden26.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.4%
Housing Units211
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Effective Rate3.29%
In Danforth, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,353
Dentists1:2,941
Mental Health1:284
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits59.8%
Premature Death9,715/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access38.6%
Healthcare Facilities69
Danforth has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall17.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation654 ft (199 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,290/sq mi
Coordinates40.8220°N, 87.9778°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyIroquois County County
County FIPS17075
Danforth is located in Iroquois County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.3-point margin. 80.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 57.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.9%
41% below US avg
High School+90.0%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,290/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyIroquois County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.5%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants59
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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