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Danbury, NC

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Population
187
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
814 ft
Median Home Value
$181,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,167/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$72,250
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Danbury

With fewer than 200 residents, Danbury offers a quiet, relaxed pace of life as the historic seat of Stokes County. Located about 20 miles north of Winston-Salem, the town centers on its preserved 19th-century courthouse district and serves as the civic hub for the surrounding countryside. Living here puts essentials like the county library, post office, and local arts council right down Main Street, all set against the scenic backdrop of the Piedmont foothills.

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For anyone drawn to the outdoors, Danbury sits right at the doorstep of Hanging Rock State Park. Residents enjoy easy access to miles of hiking trails, mountain overlooks, swimming spots, and waterfalls. The Dan River runs right past town as well, making weekend kayaking, tubing, and fishing part of everyday life. With its small collection of local shops and a strong outdoor recreation culture, Danbury is a peaceful retreat that stays connected to nature.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.4rating

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