Odessa, DE

Delaware · Metropolitan Area

Odessa is a small town in Delaware with a population of 392. Residents earn $86,875 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
392 Population 769/sq mi density
$86,875 Median Income $46,601 per capita
$355,000 Home Value $375,063 Zillow
$1,344 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,875 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$355,000 home value, $1,344/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,875
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $355,000
26% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.7%
42% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,344
16% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.4%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population392
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density769/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,875
Per Capita$46,601
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$75,964M
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$355,000
Rent$1,344
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$375,063

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation49 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.7%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 33% / D 65%
Commute29 min
Libraries15

Is Odessa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Odessa receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Odessa stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Odessa is $86,875, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 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 Odessa is $355,000, 26% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,344 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Odessa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Odessa has a population of 392 with a density of 769 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.5%), with 4.6% Hispanic, 16.6% Black.

Population

392
Total Population
769
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Odessa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Odessa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Odessa is $86,875, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Odessa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,875
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,601
Avg Weekly Wage$1,545
IRS Avg AGI$89,269

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)27,696
County GDP$75,964M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,312
Healthcare1,971
Retail2,013
Manufacturing386

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,768
36% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Work from Home17.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Odessa is $355,000, 26% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,344 (16% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $375,063.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$355,000
26% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$375,063

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,344
16% above 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-Occupied79.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,768
36% above US avg
Effective Rate1.34%
In Odessa, 29.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Odessa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.4%
8% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress9.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death8,586/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access92.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,971

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)72

Safety Score

Odessa has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall13.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density769/sq mi
Coordinates39.4565°N, 75.6596°W
County FIPS10003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 47.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32.9%
D 65.5%

Winner: Democrat by 32.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.7%
42% above US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score5.64
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density769/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities1,971
Restaurants1,312
Retail Stores2,013

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)72

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Work from Home17.3%

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