Millsboro, DE
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Millsboro, DE
At a Glance
How Millsboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Millsboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Millsboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Millsboro residents earn a median household income of $77,750 , which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,462. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 11,171 business establishments, including 688 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Millsboro is $297,000 , 5% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $396,460. Median rent is $1,207/month, with 28.9% 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 2008.
Safety & Crime
Millsboro reports 444 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 17% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,385/100K.
Education
36.7% of adults in Millsboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above the national average). 92.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Millsboro 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 totals 43.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.