Danville, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Danville, Pennsylvania had a total population of 4,217, the 337th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $59,219, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
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 | 4,225 | 4,217 | -0.2% |
| Median household income | $55,625 | $59,219 | +6.5% |
| Median home value | $183,600 | $186,400 | +1.5% |
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: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Danville Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Montour County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washingtonville | 263 | $55,909 | 40.7% | $170,000 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Larksville | 4,255 | $56,942 | $146,300 | 23.5% | 9.4% |
| Monongahela | 4,109 | $59,861 | $114,300 | 22.8% | 12.3% |
| Boyertown | 4,287 | $56,723 | $212,600 | 21.1% | 11.2% |
| Dallastown | 4,185 | $63,517 | $188,500 | 24.9% | 7.3% |
| Throop | 4,081 | $57,462 | $165,400 | 23.8% | 14.7% |
Population Overview
Danville is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Montour County. The total population is 4,217. It ranks as the 337th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Danville is 38.6 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Danville is $59,219. This is 24% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.0%. This is 20% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $186,400. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 42.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Danville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.3%. The Black or African American population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.3%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
44.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% higher than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.5%. Notably, 25.8% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Danville, Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania. 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, Pennsylvania?
Danville, Pennsylvania has a population of 4,217 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Danville, PA?
The median household income in Danville is $59,219, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Danville, PA?
The poverty rate in Danville is 14.0%. This means approximately 575 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Danville, Pennsylvania?
Danville's population is 88.3% White, 3.0% Black, 4.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Danville, PA?
The median home value in Danville is $186,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Danville, Pennsylvania?
44.0% of adults (25+) in Danville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 25.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.