Danvers, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Danvers is a small town in Illinois with a population of 951. Residents earn $66,964 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
951 Population 1,189/sq mi density
$66,964 Median Income $42,055 per capita
$156,500 Home Value $233,732 Zillow
$1,147 Median Rent 46.9% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,964 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,500 home value, $1,147/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,964
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $156,500
44% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.1%
10% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,147
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population951
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density1,189/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,964
Per Capita$42,055
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$7,835M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,500
Rent$1,147
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$233,732
Rent Burden46.9%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property514/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary428/100K

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Elevation808 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.1%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute29 min
Broadband88.1%
Libraries12

Is Danvers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Danvers receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Danvers offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Danvers is $66,964, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Danvers is $156,500, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,147 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Danvers is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 514 per 100,000, 74% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Danvers experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches, including 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Danvers has a population of 951 with a density of 1,189 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%).

Population

951
Total Population
1,189
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Danvers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Danvers vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Danvers is $66,964, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Danvers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,964
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,055
Avg Weekly Wage$1,079
IRS Avg AGI$79,430

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,560
County GDP$7,835M

Business (County)

Restaurants304
Healthcare285
Retail380
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,627
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Danvers is $156,500, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,147 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $233,732.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,500
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$233,732

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,147
1% below US avg
Rent Burden46.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,627
89% above US avg
Effective Rate4.23%
In Danvers, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 18.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity18.5%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death7,936/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access83.2%
Healthcare Facilities285
Danvers has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 514 per 100,000 (74% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property513.7/100K
74% below US avg
Burglary428.1/100K
Theft85.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Danvers has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.5 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall22.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation808 ft (246 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density1,189/sq mi
Coordinates40.5300°N, 89.1751°W
County FIPS17179
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 37.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.7-point margin. 88.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.8%

Winner: Republican by 26.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.1%
10% above US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score5.34
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,189/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.1%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities285
Restaurants304
Retail Stores380

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

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