Median Income
$57,500
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$105,800
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$881
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.6%
79% lower than US avg
How Dansville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population4,731
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density1,813/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
B+
Median Income$57,500
Per Capita$38,647
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$3,092M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$105,800
Rent$881
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$161,175
Health
Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.0 in/yr
Elevation701 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute26 min
EV Stations1
Libraries8
Is Dansville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Dansville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Dansville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Dansville is $57,500, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Dansville is $105,800, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $881 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.1% 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 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Dansville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Dansville has a population of 4,731 with a density of 1,813 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.5%), with 2.2% Black.
Population
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Dansville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.9% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.1% |
| 77% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Dansville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Dansville is $57,500, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: Dansville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,500 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,647 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,093 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,010 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.6% |
| 79% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,495 |
| County GDP | $3,092M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 133 |
| Healthcare | 119 |
| Retail | 201 |
| Manufacturing | 65 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,178 |
| 134% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.73% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |
The median home value in Dansville is $105,800, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $881 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $161,175.
Home Values
| Census Median | $105,800 |
| 62% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $161,175 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $881 |
| 24% below US avg |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,178 |
| 134% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.73% |
In Dansville, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Dansville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.4% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.7% |
| Depression | 22.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.4% |
| Premature Death | 5,954/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 119 |
Crime Rates: Dansville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Dansville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.5°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 29.0 inches |
| 24% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 701 ft (214 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,813/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.5625°N, 77.6969°W |
| County FIPS | 36051 |