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Delaware, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Delaware is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 86. Residents earn $138,750 per year, which is 85% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
86 Population 165/sq mi density
$138,750 Median Income $40,215 per capita
$220,000 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$138,750 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$220,000 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $138,750
85% higher than US avg
Home Value $220,000
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.5%
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.1%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population86
Median Age62.7 yrs
Density165/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans71.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$138,750
Per Capita$40,215
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$6,162M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units61
Rent Burden29.1%

Health

Obesity31.1%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking11.7%
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation298 ft (91 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.5%
High School+90.3%
Graduate+14.3%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute21 min
Broadband30.0%
Libraries10

Is Delaware a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delaware receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Delaware stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Delaware is $138,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 85% above $75,149. This places Delaware among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Delaware is $220,000, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.3% 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 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches, including 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Delaware has a population of 86 with a density of 165 people per square mile. The median age is 62.7 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.7%), with 16.3% Black.

Population

86
Total Population
165
People / sq mi
62.7yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

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 $138,750, which is 85% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Delaware vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$138,750
85% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,215
Avg Weekly Wage$1,245
IRS Avg AGI$83,243

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,852
County GDP$6,162M

Business (County)

Restaurants242
Healthcare313
Retail324
Manufacturing112

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,194
163% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Delaware is $220,000, 22% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,000
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%
Housing Units61
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,194
163% above US avg
Effective Rate4.18%
In Delaware, 31.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 11.7% are current smokers. 19.3% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.1%
3% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.5%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits66.2%
Premature Death7,006/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access90.4%
Healthcare Facilities313
Delaware has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall23.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation298 ft (91 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density165/sq mi
Coordinates40.8928°N, 75.0694°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34041
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 35.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.5%
D 38.8%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.5%
5% above US avg
High School+90.3%
Graduate Degree+14.3%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density165/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities313
Restaurants242
Retail Stores324

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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