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Delhi, MN

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Delhi is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 45. Residents earn $55,000 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
45 Population 59/sq mi density
$55,000 Median Income $46,953 per capita
$45,000 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,000 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,000 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,000
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,000
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population45
Median Age57.7 yrs
Density59/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans45.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,000
Per Capita$46,953
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$1,490M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units28
Rent Burden25.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+77.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Broadband26.0%
Libraries4

Is Delhi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delhi receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $55,000, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Delhi is $45,000, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Delhi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.9 inches, including 43.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Delhi has a population of 45 with a density of 59 people per square mile. The median age is 57.7 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

45
Total Population
59
People / sq mi
57.7yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.4%
Female 35.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Delhi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Delhi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delhi is $55,000, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Delhi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,000
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,953
Avg Weekly Wage$1,028
IRS Avg AGI$72,533

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)592
County GDP$1,490M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare56
Retail58
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,426
2% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Delhi is $45,000, 84% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,000
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.3%
Housing Units28
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,426
2% below US avg
Effective Rate7.61%
Delhi has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.9 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.9 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall43.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density59/sq mi
Coordinates44.5980°N, 95.2134°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 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 43.3-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+77.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density59/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants33
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

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