Danville

37.8216° N, 122.0000° W

Welcome to Danville

Affluent San Ramon Valley community with a charming downtown.

Danville is a welcoming Contra Costa County town known as “the Heart of the San Ramon Valley.” First established as an agricultural community in the late-19th century, Danville grew into a residential suburb in the 1940s and experienced rapid growth with the development of new housing tracts in the 1970s and ‘80s. Interstate 680 runs through the center of Danville, while this valley community is framed by the slopes of the Las Trampas Ridge to the west and the Diablo Range to the east, where many homes enjoy spectacular views of Mount Diablo. Diablo is a popular community for families, especially with its outstanding schools and charming downtown. Danville is around 30 miles east of San Francisco and Interstate 680, which makes it convenient for commuters.

Homes within Danville range from attractive single-family homes in relaxed residential neighborhoods to palatial multi-million dollar properties on private estates.

What to Love

  • Attractive homes.
  • Varied shops and restaurants.
  • Annual events.
  • Outdoor recreation and views.

People & Lifestyle

Danville is an affluent community that frequently ranks as one of the wealthiest and highest-income towns in the country. Local residents include corporate executives, high-ranking professionals, and famous sports and entertainment figures. Danville boasts a great variety of restaurants and retail, community-orientated events, and beautiful scenery.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping 

Danville’s historic tree-lined downtown is concentrated on the streets surrounding Danville Boulevard, close to Interstate 680 in the center of town. Businesses here include the Danville Square Shopping Center, which has a good mix of locally-run businesses and familiar brands, such as Trader Joe’s. Downtown’s dining highlights include Yo’s on Hartz’s creative modern twists on Japanese classics and seasonal menus of sophisticated farm-to-table fare at Albatross. The Livery Shopping Center is located just south of downtown on Sycamore Valley Road and has a variety of home design stores, cafés and restaurants, and local services. At the Livery you’ll find Piatti, a traditional Italian trattoria with an open kitchen and patio dining. Blackhawk Shopping Plaza to the east of town is an upscale modern shopping center with fashionable clothing stores, spas and fitness studios, international restaurants, galleries and museums, and a multiscreen Century movie theater, which are all anchored by a Draeger’s Home and Market. Permanent exhibits at the plaza’s Blackhawk Museum include a collection of Old West artifacts and an extensive collection of classic cars. Danville’s rich history is also explored in downtown’s Museum of the San Ramon Valley. Danville Farmers’ Market takes place near the Museum every Saturday morning.

Things to Do

Danville offers its residents plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. The 32-mile Iron Horse Regional Trail passes through Danville, providing a scenic route for cycling, running or walking, and horseback riding. The annual Art & Wine Stroll in April takes in the work of talented local artists and drinks from nearby wineries. In June, Danville Summerfest’s two-day street fair and festival features 150 fine artists, art contests for local youth, a classic car show, and a family-friendly fun zone with a petting zoo, bungee jumping, and pony rides. Refreshment is provided by top-ranked local restaurants and breweries. Danville Fall Festival in late October has a children’s costume parade and dance performances, along with hundreds of arts-and-crafts and food and drink vendors, and displays featuring over 1,000 glass pumpkins. In late November, Danville’s annual Tree Lighting ceremony includes visits from Santa Claus and a snow angel as downtown’s towering old oak tree is spectacularly illuminated.

Schools

Public schools in Danville are operated by the San Ramon Valley Unified school district.

  • Creekside Elementary, Public, K-5.
  • John Baldwin Elementary, Public, K-5.
  • Diablo Vista Middle, Public, 6-8.
  • Monte Vista High, Public, 9-12.
  • San Ramon Valley High, Public, 9-12.

Overview for Danville, CA

62,954 people live in Danville, where the median age is 45.8 and the average individual income is $83,865.36. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

62,954

Total Population

45.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$83,865.36

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Danville, CA

Danville has 22,311 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Danville do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 62,954 people call Danville home. The population density is 1,639.63 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

62,954

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

45.8

Median Age

48.37 / 51.63%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
22,311

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$83,865.36

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Danville, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Danville. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Green Valley Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
5/5
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
PRIVATE
K - 8th
No rating available
Charlotte Wood Middle
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
5/5
Del Amigo High (Continuation)
PUBLIC
7th - 12th
1/5
Greenbrook Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
John Baldwin Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
5/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
5/5
Vista Grande Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
San Ramon Valley Christian Academy
PRIVATE
K - 8th
No rating available
A New World Of Montessori
PRIVATE
PreK - PreK
No rating available
Sycamore Valley Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
5/5

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