Delphos, OH

Ohio

Delphos is a small city in Ohio with a population of 7,063. Residents earn $58,359 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
7,063 Population 2,127/sq mi density
$58,359 Median Income $33,542 per capita
$125,400 Home Value $189,515 Zillow
$830 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
43 Violent Crime/100K 2,616 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$58,359 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,400 home value, $830/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
43 violent crimes/100K (89% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,359
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,400
56% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 43/100K
89% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.1%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $830
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,063
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density2,127/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,359
Per Capita$33,542
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$1,726M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,400
Rent$830
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$189,515

Crime

F
Violent43/100K
Property2,616/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary597/100K

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Elevation770 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.1%
High School+90.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute23 min
EV Stations3
Libraries7

Is Delphos a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delphos receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Delphos offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Delphos is $58,359, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Delphos is $125,400, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Delphos is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 43 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,616 per 100,000, 33% above the national average.

Education

21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Delphos experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Delphos has a population of 7,063 with a density of 2,127 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 2.7% Black.

Population

7,063
Total Population
2,127
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Delphos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Delphos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delphos is $58,359, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Delphos vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,359
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,542
Avg Weekly Wage$950
IRS Avg AGI$62,126

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)658
County GDP$1,726M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare59
Retail84
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,981
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Delphos is $125,400, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $830 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $189,515.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,400
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$189,515
Median List Price$136,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$136,950
$/Sq Ft$91
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio94.2%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$830
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,981
15% below US avg
Effective Rate2.38%
In Delphos, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death9,043/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access64.8%
Healthcare Facilities59
Delphos has a violent crime rate of 43 per 100,000 residents, 89% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,616 per 100,000 (33% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent42.7/100K
89% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape28.4/100K
Robbery14.2/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,615.9/100K
33% above US avg
Burglary597.1/100K
Theft2,004.6/100K
Vehicle Theft14.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Delphos has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation770 ft (235 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²)
Population Density2,127/sq mi
Coordinates40.8466°N, 84.3365°W
County FIPS39161
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.9%
D 20.4%

Winner: Republican by 58.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.1%
37% below US avg
High School+90.3%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,127/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants55
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Work from Home2.4%

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