Port Penn, DE

Delaware · Metropolitan Area

Port Penn is a small town in Delaware with a population of 477. Residents earn $95,287 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
477 Population 1,193/sq mi density
$95,287 Median Income $26,758 per capita
$388,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$95,287 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$388,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,287
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $388,500
38% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.4%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population477
Median Age66.3 yrs
Density1,193/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,287
Per Capita$26,758
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$75,964M

Housing

A
Home Value$388,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation6 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 33% / D 65%
CommuteN/A
Broadband71.0%
Libraries15

Is Port Penn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Penn receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Port Penn stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Penn is $95,287, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Penn is $388,500, 38% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Port Penn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Port Penn has a population of 477 with a density of 1,193 people per square mile. The median age is 66.3 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

477
Total Population
1,193
People / sq mi
66.3yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.7%
Female 58.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Penn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Penn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Penn is $95,287, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Port Penn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,287
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,758
Avg Weekly Wage$1,545
IRS Avg AGI$89,269

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% 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 Rate1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Penn is $388,500, 38% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$388,500
38% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,768
36% above US avg
Effective Rate1.23%
In Port Penn, 29.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Port Penn vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.4%
8% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death8,586/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)72

Safety Score

Port Penn has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall20.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6 ft (2 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,193/sq mi
Coordinates39.5152°N, 75.5814°W
County FIPS10003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32.6-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32.9%
D 65.5%

Winner: Democrat by 32.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.64
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,193/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities1,971
Restaurants1,312
Retail Stores2,013

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)72

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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