Danbury

Danbury, Connecticut Overview

Danbury scores 58.4/100 overall (B+), ranking #9 of 20 cities in Connecticut — below the state composite of 73.5. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 85/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 24/100.

Income & Employment in Danbury

The median household income in Danbury is $79,358, 15% below the statewide median of $93,228. The local unemployment rate of 2.8% is lower than the state’s 4.2%. Population grew 1.6% recently.

Safety in Danbury

Danbury’s violent crime rate of 215.3 per 100,000 runs above the Connecticut average of 136. The property crime rate is 1116.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Danbury

Danbury has a cost of living index of 106.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $381,600. Median monthly rent is $1,804.

Health & Wellness in Danbury

Danbury’s adult obesity rate of 27.3% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.6%. Residents report an average of 16 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Connecticut ranks #4 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Danbury

Danbury has a high school graduation rate of 81%. The student-teacher ratio is 14.4:1. Local districts invest $19,386 per student, well above the national median. The city has 19 public schools serving 12,008 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Danbury

The annual average temperature in Danbury is 52.4°F. Summers average 69.4°F. Winters average 37°F. Precipitation is abundant at 59.3 inches per year.

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