Delta, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $45,000

40% lower than US avg

Home Value $121,900

57% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 5.1%

85% lower than US avg

Median Rent $681

41% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.4%

10% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.1%

42% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.3%

65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population488

Median Age39.5 yrs

Density1,251/mi²

Male / Female46% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans2.9%

Economy

B+

Median Income$45,000

Per Capita$29,835

Unemployment2.1%

Poverty4.3%

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$121,900

Rent$681

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$144,200

Housing Units173

Rent Burden25.0%

Crime

Violent0/100K

Property0/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity35.4%

Uninsured8.8%

Smoking17.4%

Depression25.7%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain47.1 in/yr

Sunny Days250/yr

Elevation341 ft (104 m)

Education

Bachelor's+5.1%

High School+80.2%

Graduate+2.7%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute24 min

Broadband87.8%

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, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $45,000, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Delta is $121,900, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $681 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Delta is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Delta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Delta has a population of 488 with a density of 1,251 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.1% female and 45.9% male. The city is predominantly White (99.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 2.9% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 93.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

488

Total Population

1,251

People / sq mi

39.5yrs

Median Age

2% above US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%

Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Delta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Delta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delta is $45,000, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,835 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 2.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Delta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$45,000
	40% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$29,835

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.1%
	42% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.3%
	65% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.1 min
Drive Alone	48.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Delta is $121,900, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $144,200, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $681 (41% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 173 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1967. 25.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$121,900
	57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$144,200

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$681
	41% below US avg
Rent Burden	25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	77.7%
Housing Units	173
Median Year Built	1967

Property Tax

In Delta, 35.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 32.9% have high blood pressure. 17.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.8% report binge drinking. 28.4% are physically inactive. 25.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.9% experience frequent mental distress. 8.8% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.4%
	10% above US avg
Diabetes	9.9%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	32.9%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	7.6%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.4%
	24% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.8%
Physical Inactivity	28.4%
Depression	25.7%
Mental Distress	18.9%
Physical Distress	14.0%
Short Sleep	37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.6%
Uninsured	8.8%
	2% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.2%
Dental Visits	56.6%

Food & Exercise

Delta has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000, 100% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 0, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Burglary	0.0/100K
Theft	0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Delta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 341 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	56.6°F
	5% above US avg
January Average	31°F (-0°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	250 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	47.1 inches
	24% above US avg
Snowfall	3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	341 ft (104 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density	1,251/sq mi
Coordinates	37.1967°N, 89.7362°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	31°F (-0°C)	3.0 in	Coldest, Driest
February	36°F (2°C)	3.2 in
March	46°F (8°C)	4.9 in	Wettest
April	56°F (14°C)	4.5 in
May	66°F (19°C)	4.9 in
June	74°F (24°C)	3.8 in
July	79°F (26°C)	3.8 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.7 in
September	70°F (21°C)	3.7 in
October	59°F (15°C)	3.2 in
November	47°F (8°C)	4.4 in
December	37°F (3°C)	4.3 in

Delta has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 31°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (3.0").

5.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 85% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.2% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 87.8% of households have broadband internet access. 48.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	5.1%
	85% below US avg
High School+	80.2%
Graduate Degree+	2.7%
School Test Score	5.51

F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,251/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	87.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.1 min
Drive Alone	48.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Delta

What is the population of Delta?

Delta has a population of 488 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,251 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.5 years. The population is 54.1% female and 45.9% male.

Is Delta expensive to live in?

Delta is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $45,000, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $121,900 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $681 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Delta safe?

Delta is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000 (below the national average).

What is the weather like in Delta?

Delta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.1 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Delta?

The job market in Delta is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 2.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Delta?

The median home value in Delta is $121,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $144,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $681. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Delta?

Schools in Delta score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 5.1% of adults in Delta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.2% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Delta?

The obesity rate in Delta is 35.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.4% of adults are smokers. 28.4% are physically inactive. 25.7% of residents report depression. 8.8% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Delta?

The average commute in Delta is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 48.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Delta?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Delta is 99.8% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 2.9% of the population are military veterans. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 93.6% have health insurance coverage.

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