Frankford, DE

Delaware

Frankford is a small town in Delaware with a population of 883. Residents earn $74,583 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
883 Population 761/sq mi density
$74,583 Median Income $27,968 per capita
$277,800 Home Value $466,267 Zillow
$1,273 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
891 Violent Crime/100K 1,336 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$74,583 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$277,800 home value, $1,273/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
891 violent crimes/100K (134% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,583
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $277,800
1% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 891/100K
134% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,273
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population883
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density761/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 19%

Economy

A+
Median Income$74,583
Per Capita$27,968
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$23,356M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$277,800
Rent$1,273
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$466,267

Crime

F
Violent891/100K
Property1,336/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault891/100K
Burglary445/100K

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.9 in/yr
Elevation33 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+67.7%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute22 min
Libraries15

Is Frankford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Frankford receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Frankford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Frankford is $74,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Frankford is $277,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,273 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 891 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,336 per 100,000, 32% below the national average.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Frankford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Frankford has a population of 883 with a density of 761 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (31%), with 18.6% White.

Population

883
Total Population
761
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Frankford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only65.4%
17% below US avg
Spanish34.6%
158% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Frankford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Frankford is $74,583, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Frankford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,583
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,968
Avg Weekly Wage$1,059
IRS Avg AGI$86,378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,171
County GDP$23,356M

Business (County)

Restaurants688
Healthcare716
Retail1,067
Manufacturing130

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,326
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Frankford is $277,800, 1% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,273 (9% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $466,267.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$277,800
1% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$466,267

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,273
9% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,205
1 Bedroom$1,250
2 Bedrooms$1,560
3 Bedrooms$1,990
4 Bedrooms$2,293

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,326
5% below US avg
Effective Rate1.20%
In Frankford, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.5%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death9,330/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access54.8%
Healthcare Facilities716
Frankford has a violent crime rate of 891 per 100,000 residents, 134% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,336 per 100,000 (32% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent890.9/100K
134% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault890.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,336.3/100K
32% below US avg
Burglary445.4/100K
Theft779.5/100K
Vehicle Theft111.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Frankford has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.9 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density761/sq mi
Coordinates38.5216°N, 75.2342°W
County FIPS10005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.9%
D 43.9%

Winner: Republican by 11 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+67.7%
School Test Score5.64
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density761/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities716
Restaurants688
Retail Stores1,067

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Work from Home5.9%

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