Little Creek, DE

Delaware · Metropolitan Area

Little Creek is a small town in Delaware with a population of 231. Residents earn $70,179 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
231 Population 2,310/sq mi density
$70,179 Median Income $30,165 per capita
$178,600 Home Value
$1,108 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$70,179 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$178,600 home value, $1,108/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,179
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,600
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,108
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.6%
98% higher than US avg

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

People

Population231
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density2,310/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

C+
Median Income$70,179
Per Capita$30,165
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty24.6%
County GDP$11,652M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,600
Rent$1,108
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation11 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+84.9%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute28 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries5

Is Little Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Little Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Little Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Little Creek is $70,179, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 24.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Little Creek is $178,600, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,108 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Little Creek 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.

Little Creek has a population of 231 with a density of 2,310 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%).

Population

231
Total Population
2,310
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Little Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Little Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Little Creek is $70,179, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Little Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,179
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,165
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$65,091

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.6%
98% above 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 Rate1.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Little Creek is $178,600, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,108 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,600
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,108
5% 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-Occupied74.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Rate1.50%
In Little Creek, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Little Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma12.3%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death10,078/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities567

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Safety Score

Little Creek 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

Elevation11 ft (3 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density2,310/sq mi
Coordinates39.1659°N, 75.4481°W
County FIPS10001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.2%
D 50.2%

Winner: Democrat by 2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+84.9%
School Test Score5.64
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,310/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities567
Restaurants369
Retail Stores651

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Work from Home9.2%

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