What are the schools like in Danville, WV?

Danville is served primarily by Boone County Schools. The district operates 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 4 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.7:1.

What is the median household income in Danville?

The median household income in Danville, WV is $31,923 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 14.6%.

What is the weather like in Danville, WV?

Danville has an average high temperature of 44.8°F in January and 87.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 17.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Danville, WV affordable or expensive?

Danville's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Danville is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $76,200 and the median rent is $540 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Danville, WV?

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

Is Danville, WV a Good Place to Live?

Danville is a small town of 682 in West Virginia, with a median household income of $31,923 and a 14.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Danville is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Danville 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: 85.5

Danville's overall cost of living index is 85.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Danville costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Danville, WV	National Avg
Median Home Value	$76,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$540	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	48.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$31,923	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Danville is served primarily by Boone County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Danville, WV	National Avg
School District	Boone County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	7	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	4	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	6.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	78.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Danville sees average highs of 44.8°F in January and 87.2°F in July, with 49.5 inches of annual precipitation and 17.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Danville, WV
Average High — January	44.8°F
Average High — July	87.2°F
Annual Precipitation	49.5"
Annual Snowfall	17.3"

Demographics

Metric	Danville, WV	National Avg
Population	682	—
Median Age	53.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	14.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	12.6%	22.2%
65 and over	38.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Madison, WV 2 mi Greenview, WV 6 mi Van, WV 10 mi Racine, WV 11 mi Big Creek, WV 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Danville

Danville, WV is covered by 1 ZIP code:

25529

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Danville, WV affordable or expensive?

Danville's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Danville roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $76,200 and median rent is $540/month.

What is the crime rate in Danville, WV?

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

What are the schools like in Danville?

Public schools in Danville are operated by Boone County Schools. The district has 7 elementary, 2 middle, and 4 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.7:1. 6.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Danville, WV a good place to live?

Danville, WV has a population of 682, a median household income of $31,923, and an unemployment rate of 14.6%. 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 Danville?

Danville averages 44.8°F in January and 87.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.5 inches with about 17.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Danville?

Danville, WV is covered by 1 ZIP code: 25529.

What is the population of Danville?

The population of Danville, West Virginia is 682 with a median age of 53.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Danville?

Key numbers for living in Danville: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $76,200, median household income $31,923, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Danville side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.