Camden, DE

Delaware · Metropolitan Area

Camden is a small town in Delaware with a population of 4,011. Residents earn $61,895 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
4,011 Population 1,070/sq mi density
$61,895 Median Income $35,766 per capita
$268,800 Home Value $397,552 Zillow
$1,463 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
313 Violent Crime/100K 8,840 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$61,895 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$268,800 home value, $1,463/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
313 violent crimes/100K (18% below avg)
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,895
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $268,800
5% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 313/100K
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.8%
0% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,463
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,011
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density1,070/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 51%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,895
Per Capita$35,766
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$11,652M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$268,800
Rent$1,463
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$397,552

Crime

F
Violent313/100K
Property8,840/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault256/100K
Burglary313/100K

Health

Obesity41.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.8%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute22 min
EV Stations3
Libraries5

Is Camden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Camden receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Camden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Camden is $61,895, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Camden is $268,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,463 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Camden is below the national average at 313 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 8,840 per 100,000, 351% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Camden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Camden has a population of 4,011 with a density of 1,070 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.7%), with 38.2% Black.

Population

4,011
Total Population
1,070
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Camden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.1%
2% below US avg
Spanish22.9%
71% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Camden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Camden is $61,895, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Camden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,895
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,766
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$65,091

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,852
County GDP$11,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants369
Healthcare567
Retail651
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Work from Home15.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Camden is $268,800, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,463 (26% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $397,552.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$268,800
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$397,552
Median List Price$349,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$349,000
$/Sq Ft$48
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio64.0%
Price Drops35.3%
Inventory17

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,463
26% 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-Occupied80.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Rate1.00%
In Camden, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma12.4%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate80.9%
Premature Death10,078/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities567
Camden has a violent crime rate of 313 per 100,000 residents, 18% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 8,840 per 100,000 (351% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent312.7/100K
18% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape28.4/100K
Robbery28.4/100K
Assault255.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property8,840.3/100K
351% above US avg
Burglary312.7/100K
Theft8,442.3/100K
Vehicle Theft85.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Camden has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall13.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area3.8 sq mi (9.7 km²)
Population Density1,070/sq mi
Coordinates39.0992°N, 75.5569°W
County FIPS10001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 33.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.2%
D 50.2%

Winner: Democrat by 2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.8%
0% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.64
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,070/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities567
Restaurants369
Retail Stores651

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Work from Home15.1%

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