Delhi, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Delhi is a small city in California with a population of 10,525. Residents earn $66,306 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
10,525 Population 2,999/sq mi density
$66,306 Median Income $24,906 per capita
$338,800 Home Value $408,027 Zillow
$1,262 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$66,306 median income, 7.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$338,800 home value, $1,262/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,306
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $338,800
20% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,262
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population10,525
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density2,999/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 26%

Economy

B
Median Income$66,306
Per Capita$24,906
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty12.9%
County GDP$13,282M
Commute29 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$338,800
Rent$1,262
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$408,027

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain10.5 in/yr
Elevation118 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+63.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute29 min
EV Stations1
Libraries13

Is Delhi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delhi receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Delhi offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Delhi is $66,306, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Delhi is $338,800, 20% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,262 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 63.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Delhi enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Delhi has a population of 10,525 with a density of 2,999 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (25.5%), with 3.6% Hispanic.

Population

10,525
Total Population
2,999
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Delhi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only21.1%
73% below US avg
Spanish78.9%
489% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Delhi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delhi is $66,306, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Delhi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,306
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,906
Avg Weekly Wage$1,057
IRS Avg AGI$57,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,584
County GDP$13,282M

Business (County)

Restaurants403
Healthcare479
Retail547
Manufacturing116

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Delhi is $338,800, 20% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,262 (9% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $408,027.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$338,800
20% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$408,027
Median List Price$479,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$479,500
$/Sq Ft$278
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio100.8%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,262
9% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.36%
In Delhi, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 35.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity35.1%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate68.6%
Premature Death8,849/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities479

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Safety Score

Delhi has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.5 inches
73% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²)
Population Density2,999/sq mi
Coordinates37.4306°N, 120.7759°W
County FIPS06047
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+63.8%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,999/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities479
Restaurants403
Retail Stores547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Work from Home2.0%

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