Danville, MD

Maryland

Danville is a small town in Maryland with a population of 282.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
282 Population 247/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $16,379 per capita
$94,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $94,900
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.3%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 50.4%
306% higher than US avg

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

People

Population282
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density247/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$16,379
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty50.4%
County GDP$1,073M
Commute27 min

Housing

Home Value$94,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Elevation1,232 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.3%
High School+49.6%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute27 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries4

Is Danville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Danville receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Danville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 50.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Danville is $94,900, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Danville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches, including 72.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Danville has a population of 282 with a density of 247 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

282
Total Population
247
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.1%
Female 37.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Danville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Danville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Danville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 50.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Danville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$16,379
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$60,654

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate50.4%
306% above US avg
Establishments (County)704
County GDP$1,073M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare74
Retail71
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,204
37% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Danville is $94,900, 66% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,900
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,312
1 Bedroom$1,400
2 Bedrooms$1,648
3 Bedrooms$2,123
4 Bedrooms$2,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied46.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,204
37% below US avg
Effective Rate2.32%
In Danville, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma11.9%
COPD9.4%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death10,866/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access36.5%
Healthcare Facilities74

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Danville has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall72.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,232 ft (376 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density247/sq mi
Coordinates39.5102°N, 78.9175°W
County FIPS54057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.2-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 60.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.3%
84% below US avg
High School+49.6%
School Test Score5.85
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density247/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants53
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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