Bethel town, Delaware Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Bethel town, Delaware Demographics
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As of 2026, Bethel town, Delaware has a total population of 431, the 63rd largest city in Delaware, with a median household income of $91,111, which is 10% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 1.4%.

Key Takeaways

An exceptionally low poverty rate of 1.4% — among the lowest in Delaware.

Bethel town Quick Facts

Population 431

Median Household Income $91,111

Median Home Value $276,300

Poverty Rate 1.4%

Unemployment Rate 6.2%

Median Age 52.4 years

Homeownership Rate 98.4%

Affordability Ratio 3.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 34.1%

High School Graduation Rate 95.5%

Diversity Index 32/100

Population 431 63rd of 79

Median Income $91,111 above average

Poverty Rate 1.4% 89% lower national

Median Home Value $276,300 average

How Bethel town Compares

Median Household Income

Bethel town

$91,111

$82,855

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Bethel town

$276,300

$326,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 4.3%

$25K-$50K 6.0%

$50K-$100K 46.2%

$100K+ 43.5%

Employment

6.2% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

41.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 98.4%

Renter 1.6%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.4%

18-34

9.0%

35-54

24.8%

55-74

37.1%

75+

8.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 59 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Bethel town Rankings in Delaware

#63 Population of 79

#27 Median Income of 79

#36 Education of 79

#42 Home Value of 79

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Cities Similar to Bethel town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Slaughter Beach town	431	$96,500	$770,800	51.0%	14.1%
Houston town	456	$100,208	$265,600	5.3%	14.1%
Odessa town	392	$86,875	$355,000	47.7%	1.5%
Port Penn CDP	477	$95,287	$388,500	0.0%	0.0%
South Bethany town	503	$111,667	$855,000	76.0%	3.6%

Population Overview

Bethel town is a small community located in Delaware. The total population is 431. It ranks as the 63rd most populous out of 79 cities and towns in Delaware.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bethel town is 52.4 years. This is 26% higher than the state median of 41.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Bethel town is $91,111. This is 10% higher than the state median of $82,855. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 16% higher. The poverty rate stands at 1.4%. This is 87% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.7%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 6.2%. This is 23% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $276,300. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $326,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 98.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% higher than the state average of 72.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Bethel town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.4%. The Black or African American population (3.7%) is well below the state average of 21.4%.

Education

34.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% lower than the state rate of 35.3%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Bethel town, Delaware is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Delaware state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 79 Census-designated places in Delaware. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Bethel town, Delaware?

Bethel town, Delaware has a population of 431 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Bethel town, DE?

The median household income in Bethel town is $91,111, which is 16% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Bethel town, DE?

The poverty rate in Bethel town is 1.4%. This means approximately 6 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Bethel town, Delaware?

Bethel town's population is 81.0% White, 3.7% Black, 14.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Bethel town, DE?

The median home value in Bethel town is $276,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.

How educated is Bethel town, Delaware?

34.1% of adults (25+) in Bethel town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.