Delaware City, DE
Full City Profile · Delaware · New Castle County County
Delaware City, DE
At a Glance
How Delaware City Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Delaware City's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Delaware City a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Delaware City residents earn a median household income of $78,333 , which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,240. The unemployment rate stands at 7.1% (97% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 27,696 business establishments, including 1,312 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Delaware City is $245,500 , 13% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $296,773. Median rent is $1,420/month, with 31.3% 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 1958.
Education
21.5% of adults in Delaware City hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below the national average). 92.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Delaware City has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.