Delco, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Delco is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 117.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
117 Population 77/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $33,403 per capita
N/A Home Value $199,805 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population117
Median Age23.3 yrs
Density77/mi²
Male / Female39% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,403
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$8,081M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,805

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation36 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute26 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries5

Is Delco a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delco receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Delco stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Delco enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Delco has a population of 117 with a density of 77 people per square mile. The median age is 23.3 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.5%), with 20.5% Hispanic.

Population

117
Total Population
77
People / sq mi
23.3yrs
Median Age
40% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.5%
Female 61.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Delco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Delco vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delco is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Delco vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,403
Avg Weekly Wage$994
IRS Avg AGI$84,518

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,448
County GDP$8,081M

Business (County)

Restaurants347
Healthcare248
Retail491
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,085
17% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,805.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$199,805

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,085
17% above US avg
In Delco, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death10,048/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access76.8%
Healthcare Facilities248

Crime Rates: Delco vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Safety Score

Delco has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.7°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density77/sq mi
Coordinates34.3188°N, 78.2267°W
County FIPS37019
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.9-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 37.2%

Winner: Republican by 24.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.46
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density77/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities248
Restaurants347
Retail Stores491

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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