Danforth is a village located in Iroquois County, in the state of Illinois (IL), United States. Nestled in the East North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 0.5 square miles (1.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 653 ft. With a population of approximately 587 residents, Danforth offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 43.95% males and 56.05% females, and it has a population density of 222.92 people per square mile (472.17/km²). Danforth lies at a latitude of 40.82 and a longitude of -87.98, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (3.1%), followed by English (6.6%), German (38.3%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 60930.