Frederica, DE

Delaware · Metropolitan Area

Frederica is a small town in Delaware with a population of 972. Residents earn $70,288 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
972 Population 559/sq mi density
$70,288 Median Income $31,546 per capita
$216,700 Home Value $364,881 Zillow
$1,133 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$70,288 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$216,700 home value, $1,133/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,288
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $216,700
23% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.6%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,133
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population972
Median Age27.8 yrs
Density559/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 49%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,288
Per Capita$31,546
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$11,652M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$216,700
Rent$1,133
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$364,881

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property737/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation17 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.6%
High School+85.4%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute20 min
Libraries5

Is Frederica a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Frederica receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Frederica offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Frederica is $70,288, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Frederica is $216,700, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,133 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Frederica 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 737 per 100,000, 62% below the national average.

Education

22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Frederica experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Frederica has a population of 972 with a density of 559 people per square mile. The median age is 27.8 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.5%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 16.9% Black.

Population

972
Total Population
559
People / sq mi
27.8yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Frederica vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Frederica vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Frederica is $70,288, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Frederica vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,288
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,546
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$65,091

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,852
County GDP$11,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants369
Healthcare567
Retail651
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Frederica is $216,700, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,133 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $364,881.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$216,700
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$364,881
Median List Price$269,995

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$269,995
$/Sq Ft$202
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,133
3% below 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-Occupied75.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Rate1.24%
In Frederica, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma12.5%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate80.3%
Premature Death10,078/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities567
Frederica has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 737 per 100,000 (62% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property737.1/100K
62% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft737.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Frederica has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation17 ft (5 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density559/sq mi
Coordinates39.0080°N, 75.4666°W
County FIPS10001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.2%
D 50.2%

Winner: Democrat by 2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.6%
33% below US avg
High School+85.4%
School Test Score5.64
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density559/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities567
Restaurants369
Retail Stores651

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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