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Delia, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Delia is a small town in Kansas with a population of 173. Residents earn $82,969 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
173 Population 1,442/sq mi density
$82,969 Median Income $29,758 per capita
$70,000 Home Value $244,623 Zillow
$688 Median Rent 13.8% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$82,969 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,000 home value, $688/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,969
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $70,000
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population173
Median Age28.9 yrs
Density1,442/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,969
Per Capita$29,758
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$508M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,000
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$244,623
Housing Units96
Rent Burden13.8%

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking16.8%
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation975 ft (297 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+96.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute40 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries1

Is Delia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delia receives an overall livability score of 4.1 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 long commute times. Delia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Delia is $82,969, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Delia is $70,000, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Delia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Delia has a population of 173 with a density of 1,442 people per square mile. The median age is 28.9 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.3%), with 16.8% Hispanic.

Population

173
Total Population
1,442
People / sq mi
28.9yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Delia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Delia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delia is $82,969, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Delia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,969
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,758
Avg Weekly Wage$891
IRS Avg AGI$64,805

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)324
County GDP$508M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare27
Retail40
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,724
6% above US avg
Cost of Living90.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.7 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Delia is $70,000, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $244,623.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,000
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$244,623

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$688
41% below US avg
Rent Burden13.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.7%
Housing Units96
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,724
6% above US avg
Effective Rate5.32%
In Delia, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 22.2% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,473
Dentists1:1,898
Mental Health1:1,671
Checkup Rate74.1%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death9,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities27
Delia has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation975 ft (297 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,442/sq mi
Coordinates39.2394°N, 95.9650°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20085
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.6-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.4%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 42.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+96.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,442/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants20
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.7 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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