Delhi, IA

Iowa

Delhi is a small town in Iowa with a population of 499. Residents earn $84,079 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
499 Population 525/sq mi density
$84,079 Median Income $48,583 per capita
$161,500 Home Value $243,062 Zillow
$892 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$84,079 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,500 home value, $892/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,079
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $161,500
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.7%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $892
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population499
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density525/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$84,079
Per Capita$48,583
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$1,257M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,500
Rent$892
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$243,062
Rent Burden32.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Elevation1,049 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.7%
High School+96.8%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute19 min
Broadband94.7%
Libraries5

Is Delhi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delhi receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Delhi stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Delhi is $84,079, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average 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 Delhi is $161,500, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $892 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

24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Delhi experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches, including 34.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Delhi has a population of 499 with a density of 525 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

499
Total Population
525
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Delhi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Delhi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delhi is $84,079, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Delhi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,079
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,583
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$71,955

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% 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 Rate2.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Delhi is $161,500, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $892 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,062.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,500
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$243,062

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$892
23% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,125
18% above US avg
Effective Rate2.55%
In Delhi, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death6,094/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access64.0%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Delhi 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,049 ft (320 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density525/sq mi
Coordinates42.4337°N, 91.3259°W
County FIPS19055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.6-point margin. 94.7% 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+24.7%
27% below US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density525/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.7%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants36
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

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