Median Income
$67,188
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$110,000
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$886
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.8%
61% lower than US avg
How Dupont Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population254
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density251/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Economy
A
Median Income$67,188
Per Capita$26,643
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$2,066M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$110,000
Rent$886
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$218,060
Rent Burden19.0%
Health
Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation775 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+83.7%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute25 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries2
Is Dupont a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Dupont receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Dupont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Dupont is $67,188, 11% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Dupont is $110,000, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $886 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Dupont experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Dupont has a population of 254 with a density of 251 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.4%), with 2% Hispanic.
Population
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
The median household income in Dupont is $67,188, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,188 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,643 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $978 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,883 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.8% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.8% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 726 |
| County GDP | $2,066M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 77 |
| Healthcare | 94 |
| Retail | 114 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,963 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.69% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.1 min |
| Work from Home | 7.8% |
The median home value in Dupont is $110,000, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $886 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $218,060.
Home Values
| Census Median | $110,000 |
| 61% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $218,060 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $886 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 19.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,963 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.69% |
In Dupont, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Dupont vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.8% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.5% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.9% |
| Depression | 28.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.7% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,875/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 94 |
Crime Rates: Dupont vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Dupont has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 54.9°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 775 ft (236 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 251/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.8915°N, 85.5167°W |
| County FIPS | 18077 |