Danville, Maryland Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Danville, Maryland had a total population of 341, the 413th largest community in Maryland. The poverty rate is 38.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (38.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Danville Quick Facts
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 | 282 | 341 | +20.9% |
How Danville Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 68 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Danville Rankings in Maryland
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Other Cities in Allegany County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cumberland | 18,804 | $48,162 | 25.1% | $123,200 |
| Frostburg | 6,977 | $52,977 | 28.8% | $181,700 |
| Cresaptown | 5,121 | $68,370 | 3.3% | $142,600 |
| La Vale | 4,196 | $77,500 | 4.6% | $170,800 |
| Bel Air | 1,837 | $97,685 | 0.2% | $195,700 |
| Westernport | 1,588 | $47,688 | 22.2% | $86,300 |
| Bowmans Addition | 1,102 | $82,475 | 29.0% | $187,300 |
| Potomac Park | 978 | $53,221 | 17.3% | $139,400 |
| Bowling Green | 966 | $76,140 | 7.7% | $132,000 |
| Lonaconing | 889 | $54,250 | 20.9% | $89,400 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deal Island | 341 | $22,404 | $134,800 | 8.0% | 38.3% |
| Clear Spring | 342 | $47,375 | $175,000 | 12.4% | 8.5% |
| Smith Island | 345 | $90,385 | $109,200 | 2.2% | 9.6% |
| Sudlersville | 347 | $44,375 | $302,900 | 15.8% | 23.1% |
| Accident | 351 | $58,929 | $220,300 | 19.4% | 23.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 341, Danville's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Danville is a small community located in Maryland, within Allegany County. The total population is 341. It ranks as the 413th most populous out of 527 Census-designated places in Maryland.
Age Demographics
The median age in Danville is 56.5 years. This is 43% higher than the state median of 39.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 38.1%. This is 303% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.4%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Danville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 54.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% lower than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Danville was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
16.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% lower than the state rate of 43.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 61.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Danville, Maryland 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 Maryland state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 527 Census-designated places in Maryland. 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, Maryland?
Danville, Maryland has a population of 341 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Danville, MD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Danville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Danville, MD?
The poverty rate in Danville is 38.1%. This means approximately 130 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Danville, Maryland?
Danville's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Danville, MD?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Danville — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Danville, Maryland?
16.1% of adults (25+) in Danville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.