Danville, KY

Kentucky · Boyle County

Danville is a small city in Kentucky with a population of 17,235. Residents earn $53,370 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

17,235 Population 952/sq mi density

$53,370 Median Income $29,082 per capita

$202,200 Home Value $243,756 Zillow

$767 Median Rent 26.9% income on rent

55°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr

154 Violent Crime/100K 1,642 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.5 / 5.0

$53,370 median income, 3.9% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.5 / 5.0

$202,200 home value, $767/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

154 violent crimes/100K (59% below avg)

Education

3.1 / 5.0

26.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $53,370

29% lower than US avg

Home Value $202,200

28% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 154/100K

59% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 26.5%

21% lower than US avg

Median Rent $767

34% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.0%

3% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.9%

8% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.8%

13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population17,235

Median Age36.0 yrs

Density952/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 79%

Veterans5.8%

Economy

B+

Median Income$53,370

Per Capita$29,082

Unemployment3.9%

Poverty10.8%

County GDP$1,763M

Commute19 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$202,200

Rent$767

Ownership57.5%

Zillow$243,756

Housing Units7,219

Rent Burden26.9%

Crime

Violent154/100K

Property1,642/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault71/100K

Burglary367/100K

Health

Obesity31.0%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking20.7%

Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain47.9 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation941 ft (287 m)

Education

Bachelor's+26.5%

High School+92.0%

Graduate+12.3%

School Score6.21

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%

Commute19 min

Broadband86.7%

EV Stations5

Libraries2

Is Danville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Danville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $53,370, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Danville is $202,200, 28% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $767 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Danville is below the national average at 154 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,642 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Danville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Danville has a population of 17,235 with a density of 952 people per square mile, spread across 15.9 square miles. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.8% female and 48.2% male. The city is predominantly White (79%), with 10.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96% of residents. 5.8% of the population are veterans. 17.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

17,235

Total Population

952

People / sq mi

36.0yrs

Median Age

7% below US avg

15.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%

Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Danville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.0%

22% above US avg

Spanish 4.0%

70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Danville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Danville is $53,370, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,082 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,001, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,066 business establishments, including 76 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Danville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$53,370
	29% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$29,082
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,001
IRS Avg AGI	$66,379
Gini Index	0.472 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.9%
	8% above US avg
Poverty Rate	10.8%
	13% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,066
County GDP	$1,763M

Business (County)

Restaurants	76
Healthcare	150
Retail	120
Manufacturing	24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,957
	13% above US avg
Cost of Living	90.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.7 min
Drive Alone	74.9%
Public Transit	0.4%
Work from Home	8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Danville is $202,200, 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,756, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 93.1% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $767 (34% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $794 for a one-bedroom to $984 for a two-bedroom apartment. 57.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 7,219 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. The average annual property tax is $3,957. 26.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$202,200
	28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$243,756
Median List Price	$204,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$204,900
$/Sq Ft	$132
Homes Sold	17
Sale-to-List Ratio	93.1%
Price Drops	39.1%
Inventory	46

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$767
	34% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$995
Rent Burden	26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$719
1 Bedroom	$794
2 Bedrooms	$984
3 Bedrooms	$1,277
4 Bedrooms	$1,442

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	57.5%
Owner-Occupied	57.5%
Renter-Occupied	42.5%
Housing Units	7,219
Median Year Built	1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,957
	13% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.96%

In Danville, 31.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.7% of residents, above the national average. 34.8% have high blood pressure. 20.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.5% report binge drinking. 29.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 14.3% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,708. The dentist ratio is 1:1,236. 80.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.5 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.0%
	3% below US avg
Diabetes	10.6%
Heart Disease	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	34.8%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	8.4%
Cancer	6.4%
Kidney Disease	3.0%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.7%
	48% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.5%
Physical Inactivity	29.9%
Mental Distress	14.3%
Physical Distress	13.7%
Short Sleep	39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.3%

Primary Care	1:1,708
Dentists	1:1,236
Mental Health	1:360
Checkup Rate	71.9%
Dental Visits	65.4%
Premature Death	10,411/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.5/10
Exercise Access	80.1%
Healthcare Facilities	150

Danville has a violent crime rate of 154 per 100,000 residents, 59% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 71.1 per 100,000, robbery at 35.6, rape at 47.4. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,642 per 100,000, 16% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,079, burglary at 367, vehicle theft at 196 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Danville receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	154.1/100K
	59% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	47.4/100K
Robbery	35.6/100K
Assault	71.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,641.7/100K
	16% below US avg
Burglary	367.5/100K
Theft	1,078.7/100K
Vehicle Theft	195.6/100K
Arson	5.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	9
Avg Accident Severity	2.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Danville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 941 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	55.4°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	33°F (1°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	941 ft (287 m)
Area	15.9 sq mi (41.2 km²)
Population Density	952/sq mi
Coordinates	37.6393°N, 84.7760°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Boyle County County
Nearest Airport	Lake Cumberland Regional (SME) 41 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.9"

26% above US avg

Wettest Month (May) 4.84"

Driest Month (Oct) 2.99"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	41.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	42.8 / 100
Community Resilience	74.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

30 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M2.8 on May 11, 2025.

Aug 17, 1990	9 km NNW of Loyall, Kentucky	M4.0	146 km
Jan 20, 2020	2 km NE of Fincastle, Tennessee	M3.8	150 km
Sep 17, 2004	8 km ESE of Corbin, Kentucky	M3.7	104 km
Sep 8, 1990	5 km N of Owingsville, Kentucky	M3.3	108 km
Jan 27, 2009	4 km NE of Williamsburg, Kentucky	M3.2	112 km
Jan 17, 1999	7 km NNW of Flat Lick, Kentucky	M3.1	120 km
May 26, 2021	8 km NW of Fincastle, Tennessee	M2.8	143 km
Aug 20, 2015	6 km SE of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky	M2.8	40 km
Mar 17, 1999	2 km NNE of Ripley, Ohio	M2.8	150 km
Mar 8, 2015	1 km SE of Pleasant View, Kentucky	M2.8	123 km
May 11, 2025	11 km SE of High Bridge, Kentucky	M2.8	20 km
Jan 19, 2020	2 km NE of Fincastle, Tennessee	M2.8	150 km
May 22, 2024	18 km SSE of Hyden, Kentucky	M2.7	149 km
Oct 30, 2017	2 km N of Artemus, Kentucky	M2.7	120 km
Jan 22, 2018	13 km ENE of Flat Lick, Kentucky	M2.7	130 km
Mar 21, 1990	1 km W of Spring Mill, Kentucky	M2.7	95 km
Mar 13, 2004	7 km N of Fincastle, Tennessee	M2.7	145 km
Mar 9, 1990	8 km ENE of New Amsterdam, Indiana	M2.7	136 km
Jan 12, 2023	4 km E of Burgin, Kentucky	M2.6	14 km
Aug 4, 2023	11 km ENE of Lancaster, Kentucky	M2.6	27 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

351 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 44 fatalities, 1,082 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	77 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	26 km	7
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	53 km	4
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	99 km	3
Apr 27, 1971	EF4	67 km	2
Apr 27, 1971	EF4	81 km	6
Dec 11, 2021	EF3	63 km	1
Feb 28, 2011	EF3	86 km	0
May 8, 2009	EF3	27 km	2
May 27, 2004	EF3	54 km	0
Apr 16, 1998	EF3	82 km	0
Mar 28, 1997	EF3	92 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	69 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	87 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	76 km	7
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	27 km	1
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	89 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	83 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	96 km	2
Jun 29, 1973	EF3	84 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CRANE CREEK (7,555 ac, 2001).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2001	CRANE CREEK	7,555	98 km
1987	UNNAMED	5,426	93 km
2021	UNNAMED	3,258	94 km
2018	UNNAMED	2,734	95 km
1987	SPENCER RIDGE	2,556	83 km
2022	CUT GAP	2,504	60 km
2010	AUGER SPRINGS RX	2,199	89 km
2021	UNNAMED	2,128	97 km
2016	UNNAMED	1,954	80 km
2000	MAYBE LATER	1,931	98 km
2021	UNNAMED	1,905	89 km
2022	UNNAMED	1,807	89 km
2022	UNNAMED	1,798	100 km
1999	UNNAMED	1,778	67 km
2010	MIDDLE FORK PRESCRIBED FIRE	1,700	80 km
1987	UNNAMED	1,679	54 km
2020	UNNAMED	1,671	80 km
1987	UNNAMED	1,636	87 km
2019	UNNAMED	1,477	89 km
2010	FISH TRAP COMPLEX	1,430	99 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	33°F (1°C)	3.4 in	Coldest
February	37°F (3°C)	3.7 in
March	46°F (8°C)	4.6 in
April	54°F (12°C)	4.3 in
May	63°F (17°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
June	72°F (22°C)	4.2 in
July	76°F (24°C)	4.8 in	Warmest
August	74°F (24°C)	3.9 in
September	68°F (20°C)	3.9 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.0 in	Driest
November	46°F (8°C)	4.0 in
December	37°F (3°C)	4.5 in

Danville has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 33°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and October the driest (3.0").

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Danville is located in Boyle County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 26.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 21% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. 12.3% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 63.7% of the vote, a 29-point margin. 86.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 150 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 74.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.7%

D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 29 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	9
Avg Accident Severity	2.8 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	26.5%
	21% below US avg
High School+	92.0%
Graduate Degree+	12.3%
School Test Score	6.21

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	952/sq mi
Total Area	15.9 sq mi
County	Boyle County County

Services

Broadband Access	86.7%
Avg Download Speed	133.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	25.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	5
Alt Fuel Stations	6
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	150
Restaurants	76
Retail Stores	120

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.7 min
Drive Alone	74.9%
Public Transit	0.4%
Work from Home	8.4%

Average costs for common services in Danville. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$226 ($135–$361)
Specialist Visit	$316 ($180–$496)
Urgent Care Visit	$180 ($90–$316)
Emergency Room Visit	$1,984 ($722–$4,510)
Dental Cleaning	$117 ($68–$180)
Dental Filling	$226 ($135–$361)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$41 ($23–$68)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$68 ($45–$108)
Brake Pad Replacement	$271 ($135–$451)
Tire Rotation	$36 ($18–$68)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$541 ($361–$902)
Battery Replacement	$180 ($90–$316)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$90 ($54–$135)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$81 ($45–$126)
HVAC Repair	$361 ($135–$722)
HVAC System Install	$6,314 ($3,608–$10,824)
Roof Repair	$902 ($361–$1,804)
Roof Replacement	$8,118 ($4,961–$13,530)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,353 ($451–$3,157)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,530 ($4,510–$27,060)
DUI Defense	$4,510 ($1,804–$9,020)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,353 ($722–$2,706)
Will Preparation	$451 ($180–$902)
Trust Preparation	$2,255 ($902–$4,510)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$23 ($14–$41)
Women's Haircut	$50 ($27–$90)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$135 ($68–$226)
Manicure	$23 ($14–$41)
Pedicure	$36 ($23–$59)
Massage (1 Hour)	$72 ($45–$117)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.70 ($2.71–$4.96)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.16 ($2.26–$4.51)
Loaf of Bread	$3.43 ($2.26–$4.96)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.06 ($2.71–$5.86)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$4.96 ($3.61–$6.77)
Rice (per lb)	$0.90 ($0.54–$1.62)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$126 ($72–$226)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$63 ($27–$135)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$63 ($36–$108)
Internet (Monthly)	$63 ($36–$90)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$59 ($27–$90)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$77 ($45–$135)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$180 ($68–$451)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,804 ($1,082–$3,157)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$63 ($27–$117)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.22–$23)
Car Registration (Annual)	$90 ($27–$226)
Driver's License Renewal	$27 ($14–$68)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,082 ($541–$2,255)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$902 ($451–$1,804)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$361 ($180–$631)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$45 ($23–$90)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$902 ($361–$2,255)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,275 ($4,510–$27,060)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$54 ($27–$90)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$90 ($45–$180)
Dog Grooming	$54 ($27–$90)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$36 ($18–$68)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$271 ($135–$451)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$180 ($90–$361)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$785
Toddler	$664
Preschool	$664
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$567
Toddler	$567
Preschool	$567

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Boyle County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	2,104	50	$59,180	1.74
Retail Trade	1,738	140	$39,941	1.18
Accommodation & Food Services	1,629	94	$20,720	1.22
Wholesale Trade	794	49	$47,307	1.37
Administrative & Waste Services	559	62	$53,729	0.65
Construction	437	75	$58,416	0.57
Finance & Insurance	351	66	$79,320	0.59
Other Services	257	77	$30,004	0.58
Transportation & Warehousing	183	23	$61,476	0.29
Utilities	115	5	$110,225	2.06
Arts & Entertainment	106	14	$20,605	0.43
Information & Technology	92	16	$53,761	0.33
Real Estate	92	33	$39,331	0.40
Unclassified	3	6	$170,786	0.15

Colleges & Universities in Danville

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Centre College	Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's	1,372	54.3%	$50,550	$50,550

Hospitals in Danville

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
EPHRAIM MCDOWELL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER	Acute Care Hospitals	2/5	Yes	(859) 239-1000

Schools in Danville

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Boyle County High School	High	884	51	17.3:1
Boyle County Middle School	Middle	679	42	16.2:1
Woodlawn Elementary School	Elementary	660	42	15.7:1
Edna L. Toliver Intermediate School	Elementary	519	41	12.7:1
Danville High School	High	481	35	13.7:1
John W. Bate Middle School	Middle	399	31	12.9:1
Mary G. Hogsett Primary School	Elementary	367	30	12.2:1

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Radio Stations near Danville

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Christian Family Radio	christian-gospel	AAC+ 64 kbps
WLXU 93.9 FM	—	MP3 128 kbps
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Campgrounds Near Danville

1 campgrounds found near Danville.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
HOLMES BEND	4.3/5	125	$20–$32

National Parks Near Danville

24 national parks and monuments found near Danville.

Park	Type	Fee
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Blue Licks Battlefield State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Camp Nelson National Monument	National Monument	Free
Charlestown State Park	State Park	Free
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site	State Park	Free
E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park	State Park	Free
Falls Of The Ohio State Park	State Park	Free
Falls of The Ohio State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Boonesborough State Park	State Park	Free
Fourteen Mile Creek Nature Preserve Addition	State Park	Free
General Burnside Island State Park	State Park	Free
Green River Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Isaac Shelby Cemetery State Historic Site	State Park	Free
Lake Cumberland State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Lincoln Homestead State Park	State Park	Free
Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument	National Monument	Free
My Old Kentucky Home State Park	State Park	Free
Old Fort Harrod State Park	State Park	Free
Old Mulkey Meetinghouse State Historic Site	State Park	Free
Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site	State Park	Free
Taylorsville Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Waveland State Historic Site	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Danville

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	16,545	$38,386
2015	16,638	$37,311
2017	16,745	$37,045
2019	16,736	$39,906
2021	17,303	$44,026
2023	17,432	$53,370

Museums in Danville

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
JONES VISUAL ARTS CENTER	ART MUSEUM			$99,527,138
ASBURY UNIVERSITY ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$55,536,514
COMMUNITY ARTS CENTER	ART MUSEUM		8592364054	$414,314
JACOBS HALL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8592397017	$99,370
MCDOWELL HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8592362804	$73,242
HARRODSBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8597345985	$49,881
CAMP NELSON HERITAGE PARK	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		8598815716
CONSTITUTION SQUARE STATE HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	105 EAST WALNUT STREET	8592362361
DANVILLE-BOYLE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8592381110
GARRARD COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8597929786
GARRARD COUNTY JAIL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GOV. WILLIAM OWSLEY FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	656 STANFORD ROAD
GREAT AMERICAN DOLLHOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8592361883
JESSAMINE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8598856240
KENTUCKY PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME FACILITY	GENERAL MUSEUM
LINCOLN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MANSION MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8597342927
MCCLURE BARBEE HOUSE FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8592364214
MCDOWELL HOUSE AND APOTHECARY SHOP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6062362804
MUSEUM OF PHYSICAL SECURITY	GENERAL MUSEUM		8665748724
OLD FORT HARROD STATE PARK	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	100 S COLLEGE S	8597343314
PERRYVILLE BATTLEFIELD PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	216 S BUELL STREET PO BOX 133	8593321862
PERRYVILLE BATTLEFIELD STATE PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8593328631
SHAKER VILLAGE OF PLEASANT HILL	GENERAL MUSEUM		8597341550
WILLIAM WHITLEY HOUSE ST. HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6063552881

Libraries in Danville

Name	Address	Annual Visits
JESSAMINE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	600 SOUTH MAIN STREET	266,115
BOYLE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	307 WEST BROADWAY	173,731
MERCER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	109 WEST LEXINGTON STREET	126,106
LINCOLN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	201 LANCASTER STREET	86,117
GARRARD COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	101 LEXINGTON STREET	24,117

Farmers Markets in Danville

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Boyle County Farmers' Market	203 E. Lexington Ave.	04/02/2016 to 10/29/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Garrard County Farmers Market	302 Stamfprd Street
Jessamine County Farmers Market III	Nicholasville United Methodist Church
Lincoln County Farmers Market	US Hwy 150	06/17/2014 to 10/31/2014	Tue: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Fri: 1:00 PM-;Sat: 1:00 PM-;
Mercer County Farmers Market	Linden Avenue	05/10/2014 to 10/30/2014	Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Danville

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Alltech, Inc.	Feed Concentrates & Supplements, Brewers	3031 Catnip Hill Pike	8598859613	Visit
Beer Engine	Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Brewers, Beer & Ale, Wholesale Industrial Machinery	107 Larrimore Ln	8592094211	Visit
Brewer's	Brewers	116 S Main St	8598850116

Nursing Homes in Danville

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
EPHRAIM MCDOWELL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER 217 SOUTH THIRD STREET	Non profit - Corporation	25	7	5/5	—	—	2/5	8592392336
DANVILLE CENTRE FOR HEALTH AND REHABILITATION 642 NORTH THIRD STREET	For profit - Corporation	106	97	3/5	—	2/5	3/5	8592363972
CHARLESTON HEALTH CARE CENTER 203 BRUCE COURT	For profit - Corporation	90	88	1/5	—	3/5	4/5	8592369292

Pharmacies in Danville

6 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 6335	201 WEST MARTIN LUTHER KING BOULEVARD	606-236-5255
EPHRAIM MCDOWELL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER	217 SOUTH 3RD STREET	859-239-1000
GOOD NEIGHBOR PHARMACY	60 CASSIDY WAY	859-936-1222
KROGER	200 SKYWATCH DRIVE	859-236-0408
THE MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY	900 HUSTONVILLE ROAD	859-238-0002
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 692	100 WALTON AVENUE	859-236-2411

EV Charging Stations in Danville

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
Bob Allen Nissan	725 Maple Ave	Non-Networked	1	J1772	public
Bob Allen Nissan	725 Maple Ave	Non-Networked	1	J1772	private
KU DANVILLE	116 N 5th St	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
Wilderness Trace Solar	70 N Stewarts Ln	Non-Networked	2	J1772	public

Cell Towers in Danville

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
1064 GEORGE BRANCH ROAD (79474)	GTOWER	123
725 HIGH BRIDGE ROAD	LTOWER	99
510 Lauren Drive (85566)	GTOWER	94
840 Cornishville Road (94222)	GTOWER	93
211 FOREST AVENUE	TOWER	91
1278 HOOVER PIKE	GTOWER	91
363 JESSE BRIM ROAD (76207)	GTOWER	87
1714 CORNISHVILLE ROAD	TOWER	87
1714 CORNISHVILLE ROAD	TOWER	87
1190 US 127 Bypass (114803)	LTOWER	64
4213 PERSIMMON KNOB ROAD (101147)	GTOWER	59

Fire Stations in Danville

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Boyle County Fire Protection District	1500 Lebanon RD	Mostly volunteer			859-236-8238
Danville Fire Department	420 W Main ST	Mostly volunteer			859-238-1210

Bridges in Danville

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1969	33	23,134	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1949	756	13,146	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1990	638	12,188	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1971	508	11,567	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1991	209	11,567	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1983	70	7,584	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1987	46	7,115	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1993	229	6,741	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2013	274	5,919	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1971	131	5,848	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1971	132	5,848	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2019	33	5,780	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1986	48	5,478	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1954	129	4,660	F
Culvert	Concrete	1992	33	3,457	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1997	34	3,457	F
Culvert	Concrete	2000	29	3,457	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1950	132	3,026	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1960	129	1,233	F
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1924	547	630	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1996	22	179	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1992	50	133	F

Correctional Facilities in Danville

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
BOYLE COUNTY DETENTION CENTER	1860 SOUTH DANVILLE BY-PASS	COUNTY	297	220	OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Danville

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
CERTIFIED BRAKE, LEAR SIEGLER, INC.	STEWARTS' LANE	BOYLE

Airports Near Danville

48 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Blue Grass Airport	LEX	Medium Airport
Central Kentucky Regional Airport	—	Medium Airport
Lake Cumberland Regional Airport	SME	Medium Airport
London-Corbin Airport/Magee Field	LOZ	Medium Airport
Air Castle Airport	—	Small Airport
Arnolds Airport	—	Small Airport
Berea-Richmond Airport	—	Small Airport
Blue Haven Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Boss Airport	—	Small Airport
Brennan Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Buzzard's Roost Airport	—	Small Airport
Capital City Airport	FFT	Small Airport
Cartersville Airport	—	Small Airport
Cherry Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Coal Field	—	Small Airport
Colby Airport	—	Small Airport
Columbia-Adair Co. Airport	—	Small Airport
Crawford Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Cynthiana-Harrison County Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying C Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Forest Hill Airport - Silo Field	—	Small Airport
Georgetown-Scott County Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Harold Reynolds Airport	—	Small Airport
High Point Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Jeffries Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Jordan Hill Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Kitty Hawk Farm Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Lebanon Springfield Airport - George Hoerter Field	—	Small Airport
Lee's Airpark	—	Small Airport
Liberty-Casey County Airport	—	Small Airport
Lucas Field	—	Small Airport
Mason Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Miles Field	—	Small Airport
Mountain View Airfield	—	Small Airport
Papaws Landing	—	Small Airport
Renick Field	—	Small Airport
Robbins Roost Airport	—	Small Airport
Rooster Field	—	Small Airport
Russell County Airport	—	Small Airport
Samuels Field	BRY	Small Airport
Soggy Bottom Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Stuart Powell Field	—	Small Airport
Taylor County Airport	—	Small Airport
TEC Field	—	Small Airport
Wild Blue Airport	—	Small Airport
Willow Island Airpark	—	Small Airport
Woodledge Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Zanzibar Farm Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Danville

5 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Danville Police Department	445 West Main Street
Department of Public Safety
Lincoln County Sheriff's Office	104 North Second Street
Perryville Police Department
Wilmore Police Station

Grocery Stores in Danville

24 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 57	Supermarket	909 Hustonville Rd
BIG LOTS 3104	Other	1714 Perryville Rd
Chills Quick Stop	Convenience Store	650 E Lexington Ave
CVS PHARMACY 6335	Other	231 S 2nd St
Daniyal Inc.	Convenience Store	109 Quisenberry Ave
Danville Marathon	Convenience Store	1050 Hustonville Rd
Dollar General 13289	Other	135 E Main St
DOLLAR GENERAL 2312	Other	975 Hustonville Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 3298	Other	1714 Perryville Rd
Dollar Tree 1844	Other	2900 S Danville Byp
FiveStar 3000	Convenience Store	465 Denmark Dr
FiveStar 3010	Convenience Store	55 Summit Dr
Kahankrupa Llc	Convenience Store	101 Man O War Dr
KROGER #MS-733 MS-733	Super Store	200 Skywatch Dr
La Juquilita Llc	Grocery Store	1019 Hustonville Rd
Liberty Food Mart	Convenience Store	1003 Hustonville Rd
Mg Market	Convenience Store	1630 Shakertown Rd
Murphy USA 7578	Convenience Store	110 Walton Ave
Poppa's Quik Stop 17	Convenience Store	270 Stewarts Ln N
Redi Mart 21	Convenience Store	60 Bluegrass Pike
Save A Lot Danville 24376	Supermarket	1085 E Lexington Ave
Shreeji Food Mart	Convenience Store	3646 South Town Drive
Speedway 9580	Convenience Store	472 Main St
Walmart 692	Super Store	100 WALTON AVE

Treatment Centers in Danville

8 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Addiction Recovery Care (ARC) - Lancaster Counseling Center	Substance Abuse	606-638-0938
Affect Therapeutics Inc	Substance Abuse	845-769-8758
Central Kentucky Addiction Treatment	Substance Abuse	859-238-0018
Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Ctr - Behavioral Health Services	Both	859-239-4000
Isaiah House - Womens Lisa Walker	Substance Abuse	859-734-4453
New Vista - Boyle County Office	Both	859-236-2726
New Vista - Jessamine Counseling Center	Both	859-885-6315
Revive Ministries Inc - Revive Life House	Substance Abuse	859-241-3892

Churches & Religious Organizations in Danville

19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CENTENARY METHODIST CHURCH DANVILLE INC	1441 PERRYVILLE RD
CENTERPOINT CHURCH	116 N 3RD ST 4
CHRIST THE HEAD MISSIONARY CHURCH	PO BOX 844
CLYDE E AND EMMA E BUCKLEY TRUST FOR FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST	218 W MAIN ST
COMPASSION OUTREACH MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 1083
CORNERSTONE ASSEMBLY OF GOD	2035 OLD LEXINGTON RD
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH	555 E LEXINGTON AVE
FIRST CHURCH OF GOD	3220 HARRODSBURG RD
GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	180 BOLD VENTURE
KENTUCKY DISTRICT CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	1003 NOKOMIS ST APT D
LEXINGTON AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH	339 W LEXINGTON AVE
NEW BIRTH TEMPLE OF DELIVERANCE MINISTRIES	PO BOX 664
NEW HOPE INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 880
NEW MISSION WORSHIP CENTER	1015 HUSTONVILLE RD
PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD	205 OTTER ST
SOMERVILLE CHURCH OF GOD	3151 HIGHWAY 67 S
TWELFTH AVE CHURCH OF GOD	PO BOX 608
VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH INC	1416 HUSTONVILLE RD
VOICE OF JOY MINISTRIES	362 PROCTOR ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Danville

What is the population of Danville?

Danville has a population of 17,235 residents and is located in Kentucky. The population density is 952 people per square mile, spread across 15.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.2% male.

Is Danville expensive to live in?

Danville is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $53,370, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $202,200 (28% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $767 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Danville safe?

Danville is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 154 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,642 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Danville receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Danville?

Danville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Danville?

Danville has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,001. There are 1,066 business establishments in the area, including 76 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 8.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Danville?

The median home value in Danville is $202,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,756. For renters, the median monthly rent is $767. Fair market rent is $794 for a 1-bedroom and $984 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 57.5%. The average annual property tax is $3,957.

How are the schools in Danville?

Schools in Danville score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 26.5% of adults in Danville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. 12.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Danville?

The obesity rate in Danville is 31.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 20.7% of adults are smokers. 29.9% are physically inactive. 80.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,708.

What is transportation like in Danville?

The average commute in Danville is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 74.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Danville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Danville is 79% White, 10.9% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 96% of residents speak only English at home, while 4% speak Spanish. 5.8% of the population are military veterans. 17.0% of residents have a disability. 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Junction City, KY 2,441 pop · 3.8 mi Burgin, KY 1,046 pop · 8.2 mi Harrodsburg, KY 9,126 pop · 9.7 mi Stanford, KY 3,662 pop · 9.9 mi Lancaster, KY 3,960 pop · 10.7 mi Wilmore, KY 6,031 pop · 17.6 mi Nicholasville, KY 31,625 pop · 20.8 mi Liberty, KY 1,828 pop · 23.8 mi Springfield, KY 2,871 pop · 24.7 mi Brodhead, KY 1,339 pop · 25.4 mi Berea, KY 15,557 pop · 26.6 mi Richmond, KY 35,498 pop · 26.8 mi Lebanon, KY 6,364 pop · 26.9 mi Lawrenceburg, KY 11,838 pop · 28.2 mi

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