Town in Brazoria County, part of the Houston metro

Living in Danbury, TX

B+

198th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 73 of 100
44th of 125 in the Houston area

We give Danbury a B+. It ranks 198th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on safety and internet access, and trails on education levels and getting around. It is a strong pick for families.

  • Good for families
  • Low crime
Map of Texas showing where Danbury isSan AntonioDallasAustinFort WorthDanbury
Where Danbury is in Texas.
Population
1,683+0.8% since 2020
Median rent
$1,425about the same as Texas
Median home value
$233,40018% lower than Texas
Household income
$92,159Median
Average commute
38 minOne way
Violent crime
0Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Danbury

Danbury sits about 39 miles from downtown Houston, in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands metro. 1,683 people lived here in 2025, up 0.8% from 2020. It is suburban.

Local spots people know include Skrabanek Park and Danbury Community Library.

The median age is 32.6, 45% of households have children, 78% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $92,159 a year (17% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Danbury

  • Low violent crime. 0 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 100% lower than the Texas rate.
  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 2.5 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.

Cons of living in Danbury

  • Long commutes. The average trip to work takes 38 minutes, against 27 across Texas.

Who Danbury suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit: 100% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 100% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 84% for families.
  • Young professionalsNot the best fit: household income is 17% higher than the Texas median, with 5 restaurants and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 35% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 15% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 100% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 73% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 96% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,425 is about the same as the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 80% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,425 is about the same as the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 33% for people on a budget.

Danbury report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Danbury with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade C-

    Median rent $1,425, homes cost 2.5x income.

    36 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade C+

    Median household income $92,159, 6.1% unemployed.

    54 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade B

    3 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.

    70 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: grade A

    0 violent crimes per 100k, 59 property crimes per 100k.

    93 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: no grade

    0 grocery stores, 5 restaurants, 2 parks mapped in town.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade D+

    Average commute 38 min, 9.6% work from home.

    28 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade D+

    13% have a bachelor’s degree.

    26 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D+

    15% of adults uninsured.

    30 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade C

    78% of homes owner-occupied.

    41 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade A-

    96% of homes have broadband.

    83 of 100 vs US towns

Where Danbury stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 78%15 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Home value to income: 2.5x30% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Median household income: $92,15917% higher than Texas ($78,476)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 13%21 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Average commute: 38 min41% higher than Texas (27 min)
  • Vacant homes: 15%6 points higher than Texas (9.4%)

Cost of living in Danbury

Danbury renters pay a median of $1,425 a month, about the same as the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $57,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 54% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $1,212 for a one-bedroom, $1,319 for a two-bedroom and $1,790 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.

The median home is worth $233,400, 18% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,278 before tax, or $1,572 with property tax. That is $147 a month more than the median rent, a gap that can be worth it if you plan to stay a while.

Texas has no state income tax, but property taxes are among the highest in the country. The median homeowner in Danbury pays $3,528 a year, 17% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in DanburyStudio$1,0211 bedroom$1,2122 bedrooms$1,3193 bedrooms$1,7904 bedrooms$2,205
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Brazoria County, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rentAbout the same as Texas$1,425$1,403$1,413
Median home value18% lower than Texas$233,400$283,800$332,700
Home value to income30% lower than Texas2.5x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent3 points higher than Texas54%52%51%
Median property tax per year17% lower than Texas$3,528$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them15 points higher than Texas78%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas197719921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$1,572
Mortgage payment
$1,278
Property tax
$294
Median rent, for comparison
$1,425

Based on a $233,400 home in Danbury, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Is Danbury safe?

In 2025, Danbury Police Department reported 0 violent crimes and 1 property crimes. That works out to 0 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 100% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 59 property crimes per 100,000, 97% lower than the state rate.

Crime rates describe the whole area a police department covers. Some streets are much quieter than the average and some are busier, so look at the neighborhood grades and visit at different times of day.

Violent crimes per 100,000 people in Danbury by yearTexas0202320242025

Violent crimes per 100,000 people by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.

Violent crime
0
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
59
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Danbury by yearTexas59202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Danbury Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.

Schools in Danbury

Danbury has 3 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 100% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Danbury ISD.

Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.

Schools grade
70
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
85
Texas median 81

Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.

Top-rated schools

  • BDanbury ElementaryElementary, Danbury ISD89 of 100
  • BDanbury High SchoolHigh, Danbury ISD85 of 100
  • BDanbury MiddleMiddle, Danbury ISD80 of 100

Daily life in Danbury

Everyday places mapped inside Danbury, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Skrabanek Park, Danbury Community Library.

The average one-way commute is 38 minutes, 41% longer than the Texas average. 10% of workers work from home. 3.7% walk, bike or take transit to work.

Downtown Houston is about 39 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Danbury work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $92,159, income per person is $34,532, unemployment is 6.1% and 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
0
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
5
Cafes
1
Bars
0
Parks
2
Gyms
1
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
0
Libraries
1

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income17% higher than Texas$92,159$78,476$80,734
Income per person15% lower than Texas$34,532$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rateAbout the same as Texas6.1%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line4 points lower than Texas9.3%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher21 points lower than Texas13%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher4 points higher than Texas90%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance5 points lower than Texas15%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet5 points higher than Texas96%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute41% higher than Texas38 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home5 points lower than Texas9.6%14%15%
Workers who work from home9.6%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk3.7%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Danbury

Under 1836%
18 to 3419%
35 to 6434%
65 and over11%

Median age 32.6 years. 45% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White74%
Hispanic or Latino21%
Black0.5%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race5.0%

Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.

Weather in Danbury

Danbury has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 91°F and January lows about 47°F. There are about 83 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 53 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Danbury40°60°80°100°64J68F72M77A84M89J91J92A88S82O73N67DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Angleton 2 W, 8 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

    Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.

    Places near Danbury

    Nearby, Angleton gets a B+, Rosharon gets a C and Richwood gets an A-. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

    1. B+AngletonSmall city, 19,972 people7 mi
    2. CRosharonTown, 1,737 people11 mi
    3. A-RichwoodTown, 4,791 people11 mi
    4. B-Lake JacksonSmall city, 27,974 people14 mi
    5. C-CluteSmall city, 10,715 people14 mi
    6. B-AlvinSmall city, 28,333 people16 mi

    Danbury in the Houston area

    How it ranks among 125 places in the metro.

    1. 1A+Taylor Lake Village3,721 people25 mito downtown
    2. 2A+Bunker Hill Village3,829 people9 mito downtown
    3. 3A+West University Place14,982 people6 mito downtown
    4. 41B+Sweeny3,591 people54 mito downtown
    5. 42B+Seabrook13,768 people26 mito downtown
    6. 43B+Jersey Village7,817 people13 mito downtown
    7. 44B+Danbury2,161 people39 mito downtown
    8. 45B+Angleton19,972 people42 mito downtown
    9. 46BMissouri City76,558 people18 mito downtown
    10. 47BStafford17,401 people15 mito downtown

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    Living in Danbury: common questions

    Is Danbury, TX a good place to live?

    We give Danbury a B+. It ranks 198th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on safety and internet access, and trails on education levels and getting around. It is a strong pick for families.

    How much does it cost to live in Danbury?

    Renters in Danbury pay a median of $1,425 a month, about the same as the Texas median. The median home is worth $233,400, 18% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.5x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $1,572, including property tax.

    Is Danbury safe?

    In 2025, Danbury Police Department reported 0 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 100% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 59 per 100,000, 97% lower than the Texas rate.

    Are the schools good in Danbury?

    We found 3 rated public school campuses inside Danbury. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 70 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

    What is the weather like in Danbury?

    Summers in Danbury peak at about 91°F in July, and January nights fall to about 47°F. Expect around 83 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 53 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in Danbury?

    The average one-way commute is 38 min, 41% higher than the Texas average. About 9.6% of workers work from home. It is about 39 miles from downtown Houston.

    Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.