Woodside East, DE

Delaware · Metropolitan Area

Woodside East is a small town in Delaware with a population of 1,680. Residents earn $57,938 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,680 Population 982/sq mi density
$57,938 Median Income $28,375 per capita
$351,900 Home Value
$891 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$57,938 median income, 6.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$351,900 home value, $891/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,938
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $351,900
25% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.3%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $891
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.4%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,680
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density982/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 44%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,938
Per Capita$28,375
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$11,652M
Commute27 min

Housing

B
Home Value$351,900
Rent$891
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation47 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.3%
High School+84.5%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute27 min
Libraries5

Is Woodside East a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodside East receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Woodside East offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodside East is $57,938, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodside East is $351,900, 25% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $891 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodside East 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 East has a population of 1,680 with a density of 982 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (44.4%), with 15.2% Hispanic, 17% Black.

Population

1,680
Total Population
982
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.4%
Female 63.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodside East vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodside East vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodside East is $57,938, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Woodside East vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,938
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,375
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$65,091

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% 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 Rate0.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodside East is $351,900, 25% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $891 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$351,900
25% above US avg
Median List Price$275,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$275,000
$/Sq Ft$92
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$891
23% below 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-Occupied78.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,678
23% below US avg
Effective Rate0.76%
In Woodside East, 44.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.4%
38% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma12.8%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate80.7%
Premature Death10,078/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Safety Score

Woodside East 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

Elevation47 ft (14 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density982/sq mi
Coordinates39.0675°N, 75.5376°W
County FIPS10001
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% 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+22.3%
34% below US avg
High School+84.5%
School Test Score5.64
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density982/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities567
Restaurants369
Retail Stores651

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Work from Home6.1%

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