Delmont, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Delmont is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,604. Residents earn $65,291 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,604 Population 2,457/sq mi density
$65,291 Median Income $48,787 per capita
$247,000 Home Value $252,976 Zillow
$773 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
75 Violent Crime/100K 941 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$65,291 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$247,000 home value, $773/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
75 violent crimes/100K (80% below avg)
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
39.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,291
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $247,000
12% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 75/100K
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.3%
17% higher than US avg
Median Rent $773
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,604
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density2,457/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,291
Per Capita$48,787
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$247,000
Rent$773
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$252,976

Crime

F
Violent75/100K
Property941/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault38/100K
Burglary75/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Elevation1,306 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.3%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute34 min
EV Stations1
Libraries22

Is Delmont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delmont receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Delmont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Delmont is $65,291, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Delmont is $247,000, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $773 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Delmont is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 75 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 941 per 100,000, 52% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Delmont experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Delmont has a population of 2,604 with a density of 2,457 people per square mile. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

2,604
Total Population
2,457
People / sq mi
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Delmont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Delmont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delmont is $65,291, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Delmont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,291
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,787
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.3 min
Work from Home19.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Delmont is $247,000, 12% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $773 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,976.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$247,000
12% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$252,976
Median List Price$257,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$257,400
$/Sq Ft$136
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops18.2%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$773
34% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate2.47%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Premature Death8,507/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access89.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Delmont has a violent crime rate of 75 per 100,000 residents, 80% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 941 per 100,000 (52% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent75.2/100K
80% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape37.6/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault37.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property940.6/100K
52% below US avg
Burglary75.2/100K
Theft790.1/100K
Vehicle Theft75.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Delmont has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.6 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall25.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,306 ft (398 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density2,457/sq mi
Coordinates40.4144°N, 79.5729°W
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.3%
17% above US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,457/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.3 min
Work from Home19.8%

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