Harrington, DE
Full City Profile · Delaware · Caroline County County
Harrington, DE
At a Glance
How Harrington Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Harrington's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Harrington a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Harrington residents earn a median household income of $72,606 , which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,534. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 732 business establishments, including 37 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Harrington is $222,100 , 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $277,377. Median rent is $1,136/month, with 30.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 99.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1969.
Safety & Crime
Harrington reports 386 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 2% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,083/100K.
Education
23.3% of adults in Harrington hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 91.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Harrington has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches.