Median Income
$60,536
19% lower than US avg
Home Value
$140,300
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.2%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$572
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.1%
59% lower than US avg
How Danville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population747
Median Age51.1 yrs
Density1,266/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans12.1%
Economy
A
Median Income$60,536
Per Capita$28,949
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$3,085M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$140,300
Rent$572
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$251,952
Rent Burden14.1%
Health
Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Elevation991 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.2%
High School+98.5%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute30 min
Broadband84.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries5
Is Danville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Danville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. 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 $60,536, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Danville is $140,300, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $572 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% 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 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches, including 41.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Danville has a population of 747 with a density of 1,266 people per square mile. The median age is 51.1 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%), with 1.2% Hispanic.
Population
51.1yrs
Median Age
31% above 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 $60,536, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,536 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,949 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,070 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,972 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.1% |
| 59% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,339 |
| County GDP | $3,085M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 108 |
| Healthcare | 144 |
| Retail | 157 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,813 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.43% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 71.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |
The median home value in Danville is $140,300, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $572 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $251,952.
Home Values
| Census Median | $140,300 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $251,952 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $572 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 14.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,813 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.43% |
In Danville, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Danville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.7% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 8.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.0% |
| Depression | 28.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,936/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 144 |
Crime Rates: Danville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Danville has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-4°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.4 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 41.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 991 ft (302 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,266/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4471°N, 82.2609°W |
| County FIPS | 39083 |