Viola, DE

Delaware · Metropolitan Area

Viola is a small town in Delaware with a population of 102. Residents earn $62,361 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
102 Population 567/sq mi density
$62,361 Median Income $46,729 per capita
$267,300 Home Value $336,658 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$62,361 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$267,300 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,361
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $267,300
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population102
Median Age61.0 yrs
Density567/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans65.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,361
Per Capita$46,729
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$11,652M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$267,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$336,658

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation57 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+86.9%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute23 min
Broadband31.0%
Libraries5

Is Viola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Viola receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Viola offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Viola is $62,361, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Viola is $267,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Viola 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.

Viola has a population of 102 with a density of 567 people per square mile. The median age is 61.0 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%).

Population

102
Total Population
567
People / sq mi
61.0yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Viola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.9%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.1%
17% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Viola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Viola is $62,361, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Viola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,361
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,729
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$65,091

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,852
County GDP$11,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants369
Healthcare567
Retail651
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Viola is $267,300, 5% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $336,658.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$267,300
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$336,658

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-Occupied91.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Rate1.00%
In Viola, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma12.8%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.8%
Premature Death10,078/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities567

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Safety Score

Viola 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

Elevation57 ft (17 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density567/sq mi
Coordinates39.0429°N, 75.5715°W
County FIPS10001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2-point margin. 31.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.2%
D 50.2%

Winner: Democrat by 2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+86.9%
School Test Score5.64
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density567/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access31.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities567
Restaurants369
Retail Stores651

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Work from Home20.0%

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