Median Income
$82,917
10% higher than US avg
Home Value
$148,600
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.4%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$817
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.9%
52% lower than US avg
How Danville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population966
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density1,288/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
A+
Median Income$82,917
Per Capita$34,269
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$2,924M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$148,600
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$230,459
Health
Obesity32.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation711 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.4%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute20 min
Libraries2
Is Danville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Danville receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Danville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Danville is $82,917, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Danville is $148,600, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $817 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
28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Danville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Danville has a population of 966 with a density of 1,288 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).
Population
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
The median household income in Danville is $82,917, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $82,917 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,269 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,014 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,958 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.9% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,405 |
| County GDP | $2,924M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 101 |
| Healthcare | 142 |
| Retail | 168 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,670 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.14% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.1 min |
| Work from Home | 4.0% |
The median home value in Danville is $148,600, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,459.
Home Values
| Census Median | $148,600 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $230,459 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $127 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $817 |
| 30% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,670 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.14% |
In Danville, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Danville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.9% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.9% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.4% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,424/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 142 |
Crime Rates: Danville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Danville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.9 inches |
| 0% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 711 ft (217 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,288/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8600°N, 91.3145°W |
| County FIPS | 19057 |