Ocean View, DE
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Ocean View, DE
At a Glance
How Ocean View Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ocean View's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ocean View a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ocean View residents earn a median household income of $88,021 , which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,712. The unemployment rate stands at 1.9% (47% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.7% 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 Ocean View is $483,600 , 72% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $538,898. Median rent is $1,833/month, with 28.3% 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 2005.
Safety & Crime
Ocean View reports 66 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 83% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 593/100K.
Education
49.0% of adults in Ocean View hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% above the national average). 98.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ocean View has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.