Danville, California Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Danville, California Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Danville, California had a total population of 43,401, the 213th largest town in California, with a median household income of $232,216, which is 134% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 3.8%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 134% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in California.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.8% — among the lowest in California.
73.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in California.
Housing affordability is a challenge — homes cost 7.2x the median household income.

Danville Quick Facts

Population 43,401

Median Household Income $232,216

Median Home Value $1,681,700

Poverty Rate 3.8%

Unemployment Rate 5.6%

Median Age 45.4 years

Homeownership Rate 85.5%

Affordability Ratio 7.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 73.9%

High School Graduation Rate 97.9%

Diversity Index 56/100

Population 43,401 213th of 1,570

Median Income $232,216 top 10%

Poverty Rate 3.8% 69% lower than national

Median Home Value $1,681,700 top 10%

How Danville Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric	2019–2023	2020–2024	Change
Population	43,426	43,401	-0.1%
Median household income	$223,206	$232,216	+4.0%
Median home value	$1,583,300	$1,681,700	+6.2%

How Danville Compares

Median Household Income

Danville

$232,216

$99,122

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Danville

$1,681,700

$734,700

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 5.1%

$25K-$50K 4.2%

$50K-$100K 9.0%

$100K+ 81.7%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.2%

$10K-$15K

1.3%

$15K-$20K

1.1%

$20K-$25K

0.6%

$25K-$30K

1.3%

$30K-$35K

0.8%

$35K-$40K

0.4%

$40K-$45K

0.9%

$45K-$50K

0.8%

$50K-$60K

1.8%

$60K-$75K

2.9%

$75K-$100K

4.3%

$100K-$125K

7.5%

$125K-$150K

6.0%

$150K-$200K

11.2%

$200K+

57.1%

Employment

5.6% Unemployment Rate State: 6.6%|National: 5.2%

63.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 85.5%

Renter 14.5%

Affordability Index Very Expensive

7.2x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $3,501/mo 18.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.4%

18-34

11.7%

35-54

29.3%

55-74

25.3%

75+

8.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 70 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Danville Rankings in California

#213 Population of 1,570

#54 Median Income of 1,375

#85 Education of 1,570

#92 Home Value of 1,376

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Other Cities in Contra Costa County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Concord	124,035	$108,709	8.2%	$797,600
Antioch	116,477	$97,465	11.4%	$629,700
Richmond	115,505	$95,391	13.6%	$668,200
San Ramon	85,993	$196,161	4.4%	$1,509,500
Pittsburg	76,257	$99,861	11.2%	$597,900
Walnut Creek	70,088	$130,432	6.4%	$1,057,300
Brentwood	65,208	$142,494	8.3%	$836,600
Oakley	45,183	$137,677	6.1%	$660,200
Martinez	36,903	$127,355	6.3%	$859,800
Pleasant Hill	34,235	$145,029	7.3%	$1,077,100

Cities Similar to Danville

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Rancho Palos Verdes	40,864	$179,623	$1,609,400	70.5%	4.2%
Morgan Hill	45,425	$163,920	$1,210,200	46.8%	4.1%
Newark	46,903	$169,064	$1,142,800	48.1%	4.3%
Campbell	42,781	$145,268	$1,617,000	60.2%	5.6%
French Valley	45,269	$148,520	$679,800	37.5%	4.9%

Population Overview

Danville is a mid-sized community located in California, within Contra Costa County. The total population is 43,401. It ranks as the 213th most populous out of 1,570 Census-designated places in California.

Age Demographics

The median age in Danville is 45.4 years. This is 20% higher than the state median of 37.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Danville is $232,216. This is 134% higher than the state median of $99,122. It is also 188% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 3.8%. This is 68% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.0%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 5.6%. This is 15% lower than the state rate of 6.6%. The median home value is $1,681,700. Housing costs are 129% higher than the state median of $734,700. The home-value-to-income ratio of 7.2x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 85.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 53% higher than the state average of 55.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Danville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 62.1% of the population. Asian residents account for 21.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (62.1% vs 33.8%). The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 5.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (9.4%) is well below the state average of 40.2%.

Education

73.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Danville in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 99% higher than the state rate of 37.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 97.9%. Notably, 29.7% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Danville, California is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against California state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,570 Census-designated places in California. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Danville, California?

Danville, California has a population of 43,401 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Danville, CA?

The median household income in Danville is $232,216, which is 188% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Danville, CA?

The poverty rate in Danville is 3.8%. This means approximately 1,666 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Danville, California?

Danville's population is 62.1% White, 0.5% Black, 9.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 21.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Danville, CA?

The median home value in Danville is $1,681,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 7.2x.

How educated is Danville, California?

73.9% of adults (25+) in Danville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 29.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.