Woodside, DE

Delaware · Metropolitan Area

Woodside is a small town in Delaware with a population of 309. Residents earn $77,176 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
309 Population 1,818/sq mi density
$77,176 Median Income $23,198 per capita
$259,100 Home Value
$1,366 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$77,176 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$259,100 home value, $1,366/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,176
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $259,100
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.7%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,366
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population309
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density1,818/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 50%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,176
Per Capita$23,198
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$11,652M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$259,100
Rent$1,366
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

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

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.7%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute19 min
Libraries5

Is Woodside a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodside receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Woodside stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodside is $77,176, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodside is $259,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,366 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodside 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.

Woodside has a population of 309 with a density of 1,818 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.8%), with 41.4% Black.

Population

309
Total Population
1,818
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.2%
Female 60.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodside vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Woodside vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodside is $77,176, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Woodside vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,176
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$23,198
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$65,091

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% 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 Rate1.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodside is $259,100, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,366 (17% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$259,100
8% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,366
17% 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-Occupied62.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Rate1.03%
In Woodside, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma12.9%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.6%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death10,078/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Safety Score

Woodside 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 (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,818/sq mi
Coordinates39.0711°N, 75.5677°W
County FIPS10001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.2%
D 50.2%

Winner: Democrat by 2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.7%
24% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.64
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,818/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities567
Restaurants369
Retail Stores651

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Work from Home2.0%

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