Dagsboro, DE
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Dagsboro, DE
At a Glance
How Dagsboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dagsboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dagsboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dagsboro residents earn a median household income of $64,250 , which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,514. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 11,171 business establishments, including 688 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dagsboro is $285,000 , 1% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $443,127. Median rent is $1,315/month, with 19.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 99.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
Dagsboro reports 202 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 47% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,411/100K.
Education
11.0% of adults in Dagsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below the national average). 79.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dagsboro has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.