Camden town, Delaware Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Camden town, Delaware Demographics
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As of 2026, Camden town, Delaware has a total population of 4,011, the 25th largest city in Delaware, with a median household income of $61,895, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.3%.

Camden town Quick Facts

Population 4,011

Median Household Income $61,895

Median Home Value $268,800

Poverty Rate 6.3%

Unemployment Rate 4.0%

Median Age 35.9 years

Homeownership Rate 80.2%

Affordability Ratio 4.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 33.8%

High School Graduation Rate 94.2%

Diversity Index 61/100

Population 4,011 25th of 79

Median Income $61,895 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 6.3% 50% lower national

Median Home Value $268,800 average

How Camden town Compares

Median Household Income

Camden town

$61,895

$82,855

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Camden town

$268,800

$326,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.5%

$25K-$50K 26.9%

$50K-$100K 37.7%

$100K+ 24.8%

Employment

4.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

64.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 80.2%

Renter 19.9%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.6%

18-34

28.9%

35-54

16.3%

55-74

24.7%

75+

10.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 59 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Camden town Rankings in Delaware

#25 Population of 79

#64 Median Income of 79

#37 Education of 79

#46 Home Value of 79

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Cities Similar to Camden town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Harrington city	3,805	$72,606	$222,100	23.3%	10.8%
Milton town	3,469	$64,906	$376,600	38.2%	6.9%
Laurel town	4,043	$44,593	$192,700	6.8%	35.7%
Clayton town	4,086	$103,211	$343,700	28.7%	5.4%
Rising Sun-Lebanon CDP	4,195	$109,167	$388,600	36.3%	7.5%

Population Overview

Camden town is a small community located in Delaware. The total population is 4,011. It ranks as the 25th most populous out of 79 cities and towns in Delaware.

Age Demographics

The median age in Camden town is 35.9 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 41.5 years. 10.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Camden town is $61,895. This is 25% lower than the state median of $82,855. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 21% lower. The poverty rate stands at 6.3%. This is 42% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.7%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 20% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $268,800. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $326,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 80.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 72.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Camden town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 48.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 38.2%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (38.2% vs 21.4%).

Education

33.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% 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 94.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Camden 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 Camden town, Delaware?

Camden town, Delaware has a population of 4,011 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Camden town is $61,895, which is 21% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Camden town, DE?

The poverty rate in Camden town is 6.3%. This means approximately 251 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Camden town, Delaware?

Camden town's population is 48.1% White, 38.2% Black, 7.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.7% Asian.

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

The median home value in Camden town is $268,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

How educated is Camden town, Delaware?

33.8% of adults (25+) in Camden town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.