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Delaware, IA
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Delaware, IA
At a Glance
How Delaware Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Delaware's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Delaware a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Delaware residents earn a median household income of $72,083 , which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,784. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 606 business establishments, including 36 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Delaware is $139,500 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $243,062. Median rent is $613/month, with 27.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
Delaware reports 255 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 33% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,806/100K.
Education
9.7% of adults in Delaware hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below the national average). 94.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Delaware has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.