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Danvers, MN

Minnesota

Danvers is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 134. Residents earn $117,750 per year, which is 57% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
134 Population 191/sq mi density
$117,750 Median Income $44,832 per capita
$151,100 Home Value $379,114 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 16.3% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$117,750 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$151,100 home value, $950/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $117,750
57% higher than US avg
Home Value $151,100
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.5%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population134
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density191/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans92.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$117,750
Per Capita$44,832
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$800M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,100
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$379,114
Housing Units62
Rent Burden16.3%

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking15.5%
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.1 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,035 ft (315 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.5%
High School+98.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute29 min
Broadband56.0%
Libraries3

Is Danvers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Danvers receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Danvers stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Danvers is $117,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 57% above $75,149. This places Danvers among higher-income communities. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% 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 $151,100, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Danvers has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.1 inches, including 42.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Danvers has a population of 134 with a density of 191 people per square mile. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

134
Total Population
191
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Danvers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Danvers vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Danvers is $117,750, which is 57% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% 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$117,750
57% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,832
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$69,799

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)366
County GDP$800M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare22
Retail42
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,890
17% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Danvers is $151,100, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $379,114.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,100
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$379,114

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden16.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.1%
Housing Units62
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,890
17% below US avg
Effective Rate1.91%
In Danvers, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 27.6% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep29.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,437
Dentists1:2,439
Mental Health1:884
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits69.0%
Premature Death7,978/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access58.4%
Healthcare Facilities22
Danvers has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.1 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.7°F
19% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.1 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall42.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,035 ft (315 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density191/sq mi
Coordinates45.2814°N, 95.7560°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.2-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.3%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 34.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.5%
18% below US avg
High School+98.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density191/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants25
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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