What are the schools like in Danforth, IL?

Danforth is served primarily by Iroquois West CUSD 10. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.5:1.

What is the median household income in Danforth?

The median household income in Danforth, IL is $46,094 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.5%.

What is the weather like in Danforth, IL?

Danforth has an average high temperature of 35.0°F in January and 87.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 24.7 inches.

Danforth, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Danforth, IL affordable or expensive?

Danforth's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Danforth is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $118,100 and the median rent is $992 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Danforth, IL?

Crime rate data for Danforth is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Danforth, IL a Good Place to Live?

Danforth is a small town of 548 in Illinois, with a median household income of $46,094 and a 3.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Danforth stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-).

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Danforth is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Danforth city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 94.0

Danforth's overall cost of living index is 94.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Danforth costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Danforth, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$118,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$992	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	70.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$46,094	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Danforth is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Danforth is served primarily by Iroquois West CUSD 10. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Danforth, IL	National Avg
School District	Iroquois West CUSD 10	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	16.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Danforth sees average highs of 35.0°F in January and 87.6°F in July, with 40.1 inches of annual precipitation and 24.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Danforth, IL
Average High — January	35.0°F
Average High — July	87.6°F
Annual Precipitation	40.1"
Annual Snowfall	24.7"

Demographics

Metric	Danforth, IL	National Avg
Population	548	—
Median Age	41.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.4%	22.2%
65 and over	28.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Danforth

Danforth, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60930

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Danforth, IL affordable or expensive?

Danforth's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Danforth roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $118,100 and median rent is $992/month.

What is the crime rate in Danforth, IL?

Crime data for Danforth is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Danforth?

Public schools in Danforth are operated by Iroquois West CUSD 10. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.5:1. 16.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Danforth, IL a good place to live?

Danforth, IL has a population of 548, a median household income of $46,094, and an unemployment rate of 3.5%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Danforth?

Danforth averages 35.0°F in January and 87.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.1 inches with about 24.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Danforth?

Danforth, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60930.

What is the population of Danforth?

The population of Danforth, Illinois is 548 with a median age of 41.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Danforth?

Key numbers for living in Danforth: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $118,100, median household income $46,094, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Danforth side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.