Delta, MO
Full City Profile · Missouri
Delta, MO
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 $45,000 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,835. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Delta is $121,900 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $124,450. Median rent is $681/month, with 25.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Education
5.1% of adults in Delta hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below the national average). 80.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Delta has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches.