Ardentown, DE

Delaware · Metropolitan Area

Ardentown is a small town in Delaware with a population of 269. Residents earn $81,250 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
269 Population 1,170/sq mi density
$81,250 Median Income $53,774 per capita
$369,200 Home Value $380,955 Zillow
$1,433 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$81,250 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$369,200 home value, $1,433/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
63.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,250
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $369,200
31% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 63.9%
90% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,433
23% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.0%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

How Ardentown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population269
Median Age57.3 yrs
Density1,170/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,250
Per Capita$53,774
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$42,608M
Commute25 min

Housing

A
Home Value$369,200
Rent$1,433
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$380,955

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation201 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+63.9%
High School+94.7%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute25 min
Libraries28

Is Ardentown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ardentown receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ardentown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ardentown is $81,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ardentown is $369,200, 31% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,433 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Ardentown is a highly educated community — 63.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Ardentown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ardentown has a population of 269 with a density of 1,170 people per square mile. The median age is 57.3 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.4%), with 11.2% Hispanic, 3% Black.

Population

269
Total Population
1,170
People / sq mi
57.3yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ardentown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.0%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.0%
3% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ardentown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ardentown is $81,250, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Ardentown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,250
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,774
Avg Weekly Wage$1,407
IRS Avg AGI$113,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,424
County GDP$42,608M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,170
Healthcare1,893
Retail1,549
Manufacturing312

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Work from Home30.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Ardentown is $369,200, 31% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,433 (23% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $380,955.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$369,200
31% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$380,955

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,433
23% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,205
1 Bedroom$1,250
2 Bedrooms$1,560
3 Bedrooms$1,990
4 Bedrooms$2,293

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Rate2.73%
In Ardentown, 29.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ardentown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.0%
10% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity17.8%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress10.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death7,708/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,893

Crime Rates: Ardentown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Ardentown has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation201 ft (61 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,170/sq mi
Coordinates39.8084°N, 75.4810°W
County FIPS42045
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 63.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.6%
D 61.4%

Winner: Democrat by 23.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+63.9%
90% above US avg
High School+94.7%
School Test Score5.64
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,170/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,893
Restaurants1,170
Retail Stores1,549

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Work from Home30.4%

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