Danbury
Town in Stokes County, North Carolina
Danbury is a town in Stokes County, North Carolina, with 189 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 820 ft (250 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Walnut Cove, 9.0 miles SE.
- 189residents (2020 Census)
- 820 ftelevation · 250 m
- 0.7 sq miland area · 1.9 km²
- 252 / sq mipopulation density
- 27016ZIP code
About Danbury
Danbury is a town located in Danbury Township, Stokes County, North Carolina, United States. As of the 2020 census, the town had a total population of 142. It is the county seat of Stokes County.
Danbury is located on North Carolina Highway 8/89 approximately 20 miles (32 km) north of Winston-Salem and is the "Gateway to Hanging Rock". The Stokes County Government Center, Arts Council, school board, county jail, a public library, a post office, and other public services are found within the town limits. LifeBrite Community Hospital of Stokes is located about a half mile northwest of the town. North Stokes High School, a big part of town, is located 7.4 miles to the northwest (North NC Highway 89 to Piney Grove Church Road, then left onto North Stokes School Road).
Danbury is a popular rest stop for bicyclists, motorcyclists, and driving enthusiasts due to the numerous scenic roads in Stokes County. Danbury also attracts outdoor enthusiasts because of its location on the Dan River and near the entrance to Hanging Rock State Park.
There are no regional or national franchises in Danbury, only local shops like the Danbury General Store, and small restaurants. J.E.Priddy's General Store, a local historic landmark dating from the late 19th century, is still in business selling goods old and new. It is located about 2 miles (3.2 km) east of town on Sheppard Mill Rd.
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Living in Danbury
- Median household income
- $72,250
- Median home value
- $181,300
- Median rent
- $1,167/mo
- Median age
- 43.2
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Danbury had 189 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 189 |
|---|---|
| Density | 252 per sq mi (97 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Danbury at a glance
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
|---|---|
| County | Stokes County |
| Type | Town |
| Population | 189 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.75 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Water area | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km²) |
| Elevation | 820 ft (250 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.4110° N, 80.2117° W |
| ZIP code | 27016 |
| Official website | townofdanbury.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3716240 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Danbury
- Walnut Cove9.0 mi SE
- Germanton11.2 mi S
- King12.4 mi SW
- Madison13.2 mi E
- Pinnacle13.2 mi SW
- Mayodan13.5 mi E
- Rural Hall13.9 mi S
- Pilot Mountain14.7 mi W
- Tobaccoville15.2 mi SW
- Patrick Springs, VA15.5 mi N
- Stuart, VA16.2 mi N
- Stoneville17.4 mi E
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Frequently asked questions about Danbury
What county is Danbury in?
Danbury is in Stokes County, North Carolina.
What is the population of Danbury, NC?
189 people lived in Danbury at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Danbury, NC?
The ZIP code of Danbury is 27016.
What is the elevation of Danbury?
820 feet (250 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Danbury?
Walnut Cove (9.0 mi), Germanton (11.2 mi), King (12.4 mi), Madison (13.2 mi), Pinnacle (13.2 mi).
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