Danville, Virginia
Danville: The seat of Pittsylvania County, Virginia.
About
Danville is a city located in the county of City of Danville in the U.S. state of Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 43,055 and a population density of 379 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 39,869 inhabitants.
The city was created 234 years ago in 1791.
Quick Facts about Danville
| Population | 39,869 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Virginia (United States) |
| County | City of Danville |
| Phone Area Codes | 434 |
| Area | 113.67 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.5860,-79.3950 |
| Named for | Dan River |
| Altitude | 531 feet / 162 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1792 (234 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 23:14:00 (18th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 24540 |
| Density | 351 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -7.99% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 92℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Danville is located at 36°35'9"N 79°23'42"W (36.5859700, -79.3950200). It has 2 neighbors: Caswell County and Pittsylvania County.
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Official website of Danville
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Danville decreased by 7.99% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 43,055 | - | census |
| 2011 | 42,645 | -0.96% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 42,705 | 0.14% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 42,623 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 42,263 | -0.85% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 41,947 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 41,665 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 41,044 | -1.51% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 40,649 | -0.97% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 40,044 | -1.51% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 39,869 | -0.44% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Danville
1AAF Tank Museum
3401 US-29 BUS, Danville, VA 24540, United States View details
Phone: +14348365323 | Website available
2Carrington Pavilion
629 Craghead St, Danville, VA 24541, United States View details
Phone: +14347978961 | Website available
3Danville Science Center
677 Craghead St, Danville, VA 24541, United States View details
Phone: +14347915160 | Website available
4Anglers Park
350 Northside Dr, Danville, VA 24540, United States View details
Phone: +14347995200 | Website available
5Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History
975 Main St, Danville, VA 24541, United States View details
Phone: +14347935644 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Danville
1Danville Collections Department
311 Memorial Dr, Danville, VA 24541 View details
Phone: +14347995125 | Website available
2Danville City Council
427 Patton St, Danville, VA 24541 View details
Phone: +14347978928 | Website available
3Danville Electric Director
1040 Monument St, Danville, VA 24541 View details
Phone: +14347995270 | Website available
4City of Danville
424 Airport Dr, Danville, VA 24540 View details
Phone: +14347996475 | Website available
5Danville Municipal Building
427 Patton St, Danville, VA 24541 View details
People born in Danville (104)
People born in Danville, including television producer Barbara Hall, first female Member of Parliament to take her seat Nancy Astor, Viscountess Astor, advertising executive Rosser Reeves, .
More notable people
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- Ricky Van Shelton (American country music artist) he was born in 12/01/1952
- Clarence 13X (Founder of The Nation of Gods and Earths) he was born in 22/02/1928
- Tony Rice (American guitarist and bluegrass musician) he was born in 08/06/1951
- Matthew Clay (American politician (1754-1815)) he was born in 25/03/1754
- George Cabell (American politician and lawyer (1836-1906)) he was born in 25/01/1836
- Thomas Lawson Price (American politician (1809-1870)) he was born in 19/01/1809
- John Kerr, Jr. (American politician (1811-1879)) he was born in 10/02/1811
- Larry Rice (American musician) he was born in 24/04/1949
- Johnny Newman (American basketball player) he was born in 28/11/1963
- William Lewis Cabell (14th, 16th and 20th mayor of Dallas) he was born in 01/01/1827
- William D. Byron (American politician) he was born in 15/05/1895
- Carl Willis (American baseball player) he was born in 28/12/1960
- John B. Henderson (American politician) he was born in 16/11/1826
- Wendell Scott (American racing driver) he was born in 29/08/1921
- David Wilson (American football player and triple jumper) he was born in 15/06/1991
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Danville, VA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 232724 | Sovah School of Health Professions | Danville (VA) | 24541 |
Nearby Transit Stations (14)
Rail and bus stations connected to Danville, VA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAN | Danville | 677 Craghead St. | RAIL |
| BNC | Burlington | 101 North Main Street | RAIL |
| GRO | J. Douglas Galyon Depot | 236 East Washington Street | RAIL |
| DNC | Durham | 400 W. Chapel Hill Street | RAIL |
| HPT | High Point | 100 West High St | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Danville.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Courthouse Danvill Post Office | Danville (VA) | 24541 |
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Distance to Other Cities
Danville distances to largest Virginia cities