Danville, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Danville is a mid-size city in California with a population of 43,426. Residents earn $223,206 per year, which is 197% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
43,426 Population 2,402/sq mi density
$223,206 Median Income $102,584 per capita
$1,583,300 Home Value $1,870,378 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
39 Violent Crime/100K 1,005 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$223,206 median income, 3.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$1,583,300 home value, $3,501/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
39 violent crimes/100K (90% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
72.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $223,206
197% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,583,300
462% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 39/100K
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 72.5%
115% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.0%
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population43,426
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density2,402/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 69%

Economy

A+
Median Income$223,206
Per Capita$102,584
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$96,579M
Commute32 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$1,583,300
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,870,378

Crime

F
Violent39/100K
Property1,005/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault30/100K
Burglary247/100K

Health

Obesity24.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain26.1 in/yr
Elevation472 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+72.5%
High School+98.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 29% / D 67%
Commute32 min
EV Stations8
Libraries33

Is Danville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Danville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Danville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Danville is $223,206, which is significantly higher than the national average — 197% above $75,149. This places Danville among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Danville is $1,583,300, making it a premium housing market at 462% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Danville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 39 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,005 per 100,000, 49% below the national average.

Education

Danville is a highly educated community — 72.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Danville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Danville has a population of 43,426 with a density of 2,402 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.6%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

43,426
Total Population
2,402
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
18.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Danville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.2%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.8%
33% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Danville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Danville is $223,206, which is 197% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Danville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$223,206
197% above US avg
Per Capita Income$102,584
Avg Weekly Wage$1,658
IRS Avg AGI$143,710

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)39,474
County GDP$96,579M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,228
Healthcare3,572
Retail2,390
Manufacturing495

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,976
214% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Work from Home32.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Danville is $1,583,300, 462% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,870,378.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,583,300
462% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,870,378
Median List Price$1,895,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,895,000
$/Sq Ft$785
Homes Sold27
Sale-to-List Ratio103.0%
Price Drops15.6%
Inventory64

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$4,079

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,976
214% above US avg
Effective Rate0.69%
In Danville, 24.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 15.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.0%
25% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure23.9%
Asthma9.3%
COPD3.1%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity15.1%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress8.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Checkup Rate70.9%
Premature Death5,577/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access97.6%
Healthcare Facilities3,572
Danville has a violent crime rate of 39 per 100,000 residents, 90% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,005 per 100,000 (49% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent38.9/100K
90% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape6.9/100K
Robbery2.3/100K
Assault29.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,004.9/100K
49% below US avg
Burglary247.2/100K
Theft673.0/100K
Vehicle Theft84.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)64

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Danville has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.1 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Area18.1 sq mi (46.8 km²)
Population Density2,402/sq mi
Coordinates37.8121°N, 121.9698°W
County FIPS06013
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 72.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (115% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 29.4%
D 67.3%

Winner: Democrat by 38 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+72.5%
115% above US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,402/sq mi
Total Area18.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries33
Healthcare Facilities3,572
Restaurants2,228
Retail Stores2,390

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)64
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Work from Home32.6%

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