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Pike Creek Valley, DE
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Pike Creek Valley, DE
At a Glance
How Pike Creek Valley Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pike Creek Valley's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pike Creek Valley a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pike Creek Valley residents earn a median household income of $93,896 , which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,587. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 27,696 business establishments, including 1,312 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pike Creek Valley is $299,500 , 6% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $589,990. Median rent is $1,602/month, with 26.7% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Pike Creek Valley reports 317 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 17% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,270/100K.
Education
48.2% of adults in Pike Creek Valley hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% above the national average). 98.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pike Creek Valley has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.