Delta, CO
Full City Profile · Colorado · Montrose County County
Delta, CO
At a Glance
How Delta Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Delta's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Delta a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Delta residents earn a median household income of $46,010 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,521. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,725 business establishments, including 115 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Delta is $238,100 , 16% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $372,389. Median rent is $982/month, with 32.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
Delta reports 184 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 52% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,291/100K.
Education
20.7% of adults in Delta hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below the national average). 86.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Delta has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.5 inches.