Delhi, NY

New York

Delhi is a small town in New York with a population of 3,185. Residents earn $60,521 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
3,185 Population 1,002/sq mi density
$60,521 Median Income $24,401 per capita
$195,600 Home Value
$941 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$60,521 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$195,600 home value, $941/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
41.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,521
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $195,600
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.9%
24% higher than US avg
Median Rent $941
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,185
Median Age21.1 yrs
Density1,002/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,521
Per Capita$24,401
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty10.5%
County GDP$3,118M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$195,600
Rent$941
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Elevation1,364 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.9%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 40%
Commute15 min
EV Stations2
Libraries13

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, a highly educated population, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. 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 $60,521, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Delhi is $195,600, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $941 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Delhi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches, including 70.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Delhi has a population of 3,185 with a density of 1,002 people per square mile. The median age is 21.1 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.7%), with 2.8% Black.

Population

3,185
Total Population
1,002
People / sq mi
21.1yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Delhi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Delhi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delhi is $60,521, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Delhi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,521
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,401
Avg Weekly Wage$1,288
IRS Avg AGI$65,053

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,274
County GDP$3,118M

Business (County)

Restaurants139
Healthcare115
Retail185
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,867
96% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.2 min
Work from Home16.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Delhi is $195,600, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $941 (19% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,600
31% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$941
19% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,867
96% above US avg
Effective Rate3.51%
In Delhi, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Checkup Rate78.4%
Premature Death8,915/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access58.5%
Healthcare Facilities115

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Delhi has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall70.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,364 ft (416 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density1,002/sq mi
Coordinates42.2774°N, 74.9155°W
County FIPS36025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 41.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 40.1%

Winner: Republican by 19.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.9%
24% above US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,002/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities115
Restaurants139
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.2 min
Work from Home16.3%

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