Henlopen Acres, DE

Delaware

Henlopen Acres is a small town in Delaware with a population of 191.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
191 Population 735/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $102,106 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
74.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 74.4%
121% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population191
Median Age70.3 yrs
Density735/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$102,106
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$23,356M
Commute29 min

Housing

Home Value$2,000,001
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation17 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+74.4%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute29 min
Libraries15

Is Henlopen Acres a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Henlopen Acres receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Henlopen Acres stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Henlopen Acres is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Henlopen Acres is a highly educated community — 74.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Henlopen Acres enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches, including 10.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Henlopen Acres has a population of 191 with a density of 735 people per square mile. The median age is 70.3 years, 81% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

191
Total Population
735
People / sq mi
70.3yrs
Median Age
81% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.5%
Female 55.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Henlopen Acres vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Henlopen Acres vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Henlopen Acres is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Henlopen Acres vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$102,106
Avg Weekly Wage$1,059
IRS Avg AGI$86,378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate0.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Work from Home39.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Henlopen Acres is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,326
5% below US avg
Effective Rate0.17%
In Henlopen Acres, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 15.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Henlopen Acres vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure26.7%
Asthma9.2%
COPD3.4%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity15.1%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress12.3%
Physical Distress8.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Checkup Rate79.8%
Premature Death9,330/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access54.8%
Healthcare Facilities716

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42

Safety Score

Henlopen Acres has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall10.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation17 ft (5 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density735/sq mi
Coordinates38.7256°N, 75.0850°W
County FIPS10005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 74.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (121% above 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+74.4%
121% above US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score5.64
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density735/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities716
Restaurants688
Retail Stores1,067

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Work from Home39.4%

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