Delmar, MD
Full City Profile · Maryland · Wicomico County County
Delmar, MD
At a Glance
How Delmar Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Delmar's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Delmar a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Delmar residents earn a median household income of $77,402 , which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,621. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,657 business establishments, including 209 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Delmar is $211,600 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $296,067. Median rent is $1,351/month, with 26.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 2000.
Safety & Crime
Delmar reports 145 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 62% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 766/100K.
Education
29.3% of adults in Delmar hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below the national average). 89.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Delmar has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches.