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Danville, QC

Quebec · Sherbrooke Metro

Danville is a small town in Quebec with a population of 3,888. Residents earn $60,800 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
3,888 Population 66/sq mi density
$60,800 Median Income $40,200 per capita
$174,000 Home Value
$560 Median Rent 10.4% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 254 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$60,800 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,000 home value, $560/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,800
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $560
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,888
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density66/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$60,800
Per Capita$40,200
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty14.1%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,000
Rent$560
Ownership77.2%
Housing Units1,775
Rent Burden10.4%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation528 ft (161 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+19.7%
Graduate+1.7%

Community

Commute26 min

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 affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. 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 $60,800, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Danville is $174,000, 38% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $560 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Danville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow.

Danville has a population of 3,888 with a density of 66 people per square mile, spread across 58.6 square miles. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.8% female and 52.1% male. The city is predominantly White (98.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 6.2% of residents, while 90.8% speak Spanish.

Population

3,888
Total Population
2021 Census
66
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
58.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Danville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 6.2%
92% below US avg
Spanish 90.8%
577% above US avg
Other Languages 3.1%

Social Characteristics

Danville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Danville is $60,800, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,200. The average weekly wage is $773, 46% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 121 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 20.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Danville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,800
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,200
Avg Weekly Wage$773

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)121

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Danville is $174,000, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $560 (52% below the national average of $1,163). 77.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,775 total housing units in the city. 10.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$560
52% below US avg
Rent Burden10.4%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.2%
Owner-Occupied77.2%
Renter-Occupied22.8%
Housing Units1,775

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Danville receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Danville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. The area receives 16.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average11°F (-11°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Area58.6 sq mi (151.7 km²)
Population Density66/sq mi
Coordinates45.7834°N, 72.0158°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.0"
19% above US avg
Snowfall 16.3"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.96"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.52"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

46 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Oct 2, 2024.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 122 km
Oct 10, 2012 7 km ESE of Verchères, Canada M3.9 97 km
Nov 16, 1993 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada M3.8 133 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 64 km
Feb 11, 2002 2 km WNW of Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada M3.8 116 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 85 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 33 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 140 km
Apr 8, 2005 6 km SW of Saint-Gabriel, Canada M3.4 123 km
May 17, 2021 5 km SW of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.3 117 km
Aug 20, 1995 4 km S of Chambly, Canada M3.3 107 km
Jun 1, 2002 3 km SW of Boisbriand, Canada M3.2 145 km
May 6, 2020 9 km SE of Bedford, Canada M3.1 106 km
Mar 29, 2020 3 km W of L'Épiphanie, Canada M3.0 117 km
Apr 15, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M3.0 42 km
May 11, 2006 7 km W of Nicolet, Canada M3.0 73 km
May 31, 2007 35 km WNW of Sainte-Thècle, Canada M3.0 150 km
Apr 20, 2015 45 km N of Mandeville, Canada M2.9 147 km
Nov 8, 1997 2 km SW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 121 km
Nov 9, 2009 southern Quebec, Canada M2.9 38 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-11°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 13°F (-11°C) 2.5 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 2.8 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.4 in
July 67°F (19°C) 4.6 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 5.0 in Wettest
September 56°F (14°C) 3.9 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.2 in
November 34°F (1°C) 4.0 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 3.7 in

Danville has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 11°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.0") and February the driest (2.5").

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6.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 19.7% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 89.2% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+19.7%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density66/sq mi
Total Area58.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.2%

Schools in Danville

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École Masson — — — —
École Primaire ADS — — — —
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Radio Stations near Danville

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFDA "Plaisir101.9" Victoriaville, QC adult contemporary MP3 96 kbps
CFLX - La radio communautaire de l'estrie — MP3 128 kbps
CKYQ "Hit Country 95.7 Centre-du-Quebec" Plessisville, QC country, francophone country MP3 96 kbps
CKBN "Via 90.5" Saint-Gregoire, QC radio communautaire MP3 128 kbps
CKOY "107.7 FM Estrie" Sherbrooke, QC news, talk MP3
Radio Canada Ici Musique (Estrie) Sherbrooke, QC blues, classical AAC 48 kbps
Radio Canada Ici Première (Estrie) Sherbrooke, QC radio publique AAC 48 kbps
Viva 105,3 Drummondville drummondville, francophone MP3 48 kbps

Museums in Danville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centre d'Interpretation de l'Ardoise
Musée Autos Anciennes
Musée d'outils anciens de St-Rémi

Libraries in Danville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque de Warwick0.0
Bibliothèque Irène-Duclos0.0
Bibliothèque publique d'Asbestos0.0

Farmers Markets in Danville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché champêtre de Melbourne

Gas Stations in Danville

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sonic
Ultramar

Banks in Danville

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Desjardins

Breweries in Danville

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
La Confrérie Artisans Brasseurs

Ski Resorts Near Danville

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Les Sentiers d'à Côté 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Bromont Montagne d'Expérience 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Mont Orford 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Danville

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bromont (Roland Désourdy) AirportZBMMedium Airport
Sherbrooke AirportYSCMedium Airport
Trois-Rivières AirportYRQMedium Airport
Drummondville Airport—Small Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)—Small Airport
Saint-Ferdinand Airport—Small Airport
St-Louis-de-France Airport—Small Airport
Valcourt Airport—Small Airport
Victoriaville Airport—Small Airport
Weller Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Danville

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Postes Canada

Churches & Religious Organizations in Danville

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Sainte-Anne
Église unie de Danville
Saint-Augustine's Anglican Church

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Frequently Asked Questions About Danville

What is the population of Danville?

Danville has a population of 3,888 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 66 people per square mile, spread across 58.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.8% female and 52.1% male.

Is Danville expensive to live in?

The median household income is $60,800, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $174,000 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $560 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Danville safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Danville receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Danville?

Danville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.0 inches, with 16.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Danville?

The unemployment rate in Danville is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $773. There are 121 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 20.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Danville?

The median home value in Danville is $174,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $560. The homeownership rate is 77.2%.

How are the schools in Danville?

6.1% of adults in Danville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.7% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Danville?

The average commute in Danville is 26 minutes. 89.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Danville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Danville is 98.7% White. 6.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 90.8% speak Spanish.

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