Median Income
$74,583
1% lower than US avg
Home Value
$123,400
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
26.6%
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.8%
69% lower than US avg
How Delmar Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population417
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density549/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
A+
Median Income$74,583
Per Capita$35,898
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$2,951M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$123,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$145,575
Health
Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation811 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+26.6%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute26 min
Libraries7
Is Delmar a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Delmar receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Delmar stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Delmar is $74,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Delmar is $123,400, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Delmar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 39.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Delmar has a population of 417 with a density of 549 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 4.1% Black.
Population
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Delmar is $74,583, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $74,583 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,898 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,014 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,940 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.8% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,498 |
| County GDP | $2,951M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 117 |
| Healthcare | 128 |
| Retail | 162 |
| Manufacturing | 60 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,438 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.60% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.9 min |
| Work from Home | 10.2% |
The median home value in Delmar is $123,400, 56% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $145,575.
Home Values
| Census Median | $123,400 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $145,575 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,438 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.60% |
In Delmar, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Delmar vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.5% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.7% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.4% |
| Depression | 21.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,790/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 128 |
Crime Rates: Delmar vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Delmar has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.6 inches |
| 4% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 39.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 811 ft (247 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 549/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.9989°N, 90.6079°W |
| County FIPS | 19045 |