Delton, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Delton is a small town in Michigan with a population of 865. Residents earn $59,500 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
865 Population 390/sq mi density
$59,500 Median Income $35,609 per capita
$260,500 Home Value $254,252 Zillow
$1,061 Median Rent 44.6% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$59,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$260,500 home value, $1,061/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,500
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $260,500
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,061
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population865
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density390/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans13.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,500
Per Capita$35,609
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$2,346M
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$260,500
Rent$1,061
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$254,252
Housing Units410
Rent Burden44.6%

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured5.3%
Smoking12.9%
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation925 ft (282 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+89.9%
Graduate+6.9%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute29 min
Broadband92.3%
Libraries7

Is Delton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Delton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Delton is $59,500, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Delton is $260,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,061 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Delton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Delton has a population of 865 with a density of 390 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%).

Population

865
Total Population
390
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Delton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Delton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delton is $59,500, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Delton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,500
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,609
Avg Weekly Wage$966
IRS Avg AGI$75,726

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,064
County GDP$2,346M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare91
Retail128
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,128
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit11.3%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Delton is $260,500, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,061 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,252.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,500
8% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$254,252

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,061
9% below US avg
Rent Burden44.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.0%
Housing Units410
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,128
75% above US avg
Effective Rate2.35%
In Delton, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 26.9% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.9%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep32.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Uninsured5.3%
38% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits75.1%
Premature Death6,873/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access58.1%
Healthcare Facilities91
Delton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation925 ft (282 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density390/sq mi
Coordinates42.4946°N, 85.4132°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.3-point margin. 92.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+89.9%
Graduate Degree+6.9%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density390/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants76
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit11.3%
Work from Home2.4%

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