Danville, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Danville is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 634. Residents earn $30,000 per year, which is 60% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
634 Population 654/sq mi density
$30,000 Median Income $24,196 per capita
$77,100 Home Value $99,347 Zillow
$557 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$30,000 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,100 home value, $557/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,000
60% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,100
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $557
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.1%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population634
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density654/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$30,000
Per Capita$24,196
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$1,088M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,100
Rent$557
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$99,347

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.8%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Elevation690 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+75.4%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute23 min
Libraries4

Is Danville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Danville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, 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 $30,000, 60% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Danville is $77,100, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $557 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Danville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches, including 17.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Danville has a population of 634 with a density of 654 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

634
Total Population
654
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42%
Female 58%

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 $30,000, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Danville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,000
60% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,196
Avg Weekly Wage$1,419
IRS Avg AGI$54,832

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)420
County GDP$1,088M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare36
Retail51
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,333
33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Danville is $77,100, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $557 (52% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $99,347.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,100
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$99,347

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$557
52% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$766
2 Bedrooms$945
3 Bedrooms$1,231
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied43.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,333
33% below US avg
Effective Rate3.03%
In Danville, 45.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.8% report depression. 32.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.1%
40% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure39.0%
Asthma12.7%
COPD9.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity32.3%
Depression32.8%
Mental Distress23.6%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death17,744/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access1.5%
Healthcare Facilities36

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Danville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall17.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation690 ft (210 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density654/sq mi
Coordinates38.0801°N, 81.8340°W
County FIPS54005
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 57.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+75.4%
School Test Score4.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density654/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants14
Retail Stores51

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Work from Home2.1%

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