Delta, IA

Iowa

Delta is a small town in Iowa with a population of 332. Residents earn $54,750 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
332 Population 346/sq mi density
$54,750 Median Income $24,332 per capita
$39,400 Home Value $119,390 Zillow
$928 Median Rent 23.9% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$54,750 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$39,400 home value, $928/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,750
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $39,400
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $928
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population332
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density346/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans14.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,750
Per Capita$24,332
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$443M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$39,400
Rent$928
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$119,390
Housing Units156
Rent Burden23.9%

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking17.7%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation806 ft (246 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+91.9%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute34 min
Broadband78.6%
Libraries6

Is Delta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delta receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Delta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Delta is $54,750, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Delta is $39,400, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $928 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Delta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Delta has a population of 332 with a density of 346 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.1%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

332
Total Population
346
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Delta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.2%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.8%
42% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Delta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delta is $54,750, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Delta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,750
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,332
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$63,794

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)316
County GDP$443M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare16
Retail29
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,438
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Delta is $39,400, 86% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $928 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $119,390.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$39,400
86% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$119,390

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$928
20% below US avg
Rent Burden23.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.9%
Housing Units156
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,438
30% below US avg
Effective Rate6.19%
In Delta, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.1%
Dental Visits64.2%
Premature Death8,349/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access36.3%
Healthcare Facilities16
Delta has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation806 ft (246 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density346/sq mi
Coordinates41.3228°N, 92.3306°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.5-point margin. 78.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+91.9%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density346/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.6%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants15
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

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