Delaware, IA

Iowa

Delaware is a small town in Iowa with a population of 126. Residents earn $72,083 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
126 Population 173/sq mi density
$72,083 Median Income $35,784 per capita
$139,500 Home Value
$613 Median Rent 27.2% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$72,083 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,500 home value, $613/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,083
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $139,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $613
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population126
Median Age54.9 yrs
Density173/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans10.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,083
Per Capita$35,784
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$1,257M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,500
Rent$613
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units73
Rent Burden27.2%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking15.9%
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,051 ft (320 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+94.2%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score6.17

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute19 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries5

Is Delaware a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delaware receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Delaware offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Delaware is $72,083, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Delaware is $139,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $613 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Delaware experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches, including 34.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Delaware has a population of 126 with a density of 173 people per square mile. The median age is 54.9 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.7%).

Population

126
Total Population
173
People / sq mi
54.9yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Delaware vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Delaware vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delaware is $72,083, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Delaware vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,083
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,784
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$71,955

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)606
County GDP$1,257M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare37
Retail67
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,125
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Delaware is $139,500, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $613 (47% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,500
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$613
47% below US avg
Rent Burden27.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$682
1 Bedroom$838
2 Bedrooms$919
3 Bedrooms$1,102
4 Bedrooms$1,227

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.4%
Housing Units73
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,125
18% above US avg
Effective Rate2.96%
In Delaware, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 20.5% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep30.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits70.3%
Premature Death6,094/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access64.0%
Healthcare Facilities37
Delaware has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall34.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,051 ft (320 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density173/sq mi
Coordinates42.4721°N, 91.3383°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.6-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.1%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+94.2%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score6.17
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density173/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants36
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

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