Odessa town, Delaware Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Odessa town, Delaware Demographics
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As of 2026, Odessa town, Delaware has a total population of 392, the 65th largest city in Delaware, with a median household income of $86,875, which is 5% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 1.5%.

Key Takeaways

An exceptionally low poverty rate of 1.5% — among the lowest in Delaware.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.1%.

Odessa town Quick Facts

Population 392

Median Household Income $86,875

Median Home Value $355,000

Poverty Rate 1.5%

Unemployment Rate 1.1%

Median Age 42.0 years

Homeownership Rate 79.9%

Affordability Ratio 4.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 47.7%

High School Graduation Rate 96.6%

Diversity Index 47/100

Population 392 65th of 79

Median Income $86,875 above average

Poverty Rate 1.5% 88% lower national

Median Home Value $355,000 above average

How Odessa town Compares

Median Household Income

Odessa town

$86,875

$82,855

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Odessa town

$355,000

$326,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.7%

$25K-$50K 13.2%

$50K-$100K 33.3%

$100K+ 42.8%

Employment

1.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

62.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 79.9%

Renter 20.1%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

29.6%

18-34

10.0%

35-54

26.0%

55-74

25.3%

75+

9.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 59 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Odessa town Rankings in Delaware

#65 Population of 79

#30 Median Income of 79

#18 Education of 79

#27 Home Value of 79

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Cities Similar to Odessa town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Bethel town	431	$91,111	$276,300	34.1%	1.4%
Slaughter Beach town	431	$96,500	$770,800	51.0%	14.1%
Fenwick Island town	383	$120,625	$1,337,500	57.6%	1.3%
Houston town	456	$100,208	$265,600	5.3%	14.1%
Port Penn CDP	477	$95,287	$388,500	0.0%	0.0%

Population Overview

Odessa town is a small community located in Delaware. The total population is 392. It ranks as the 65th most populous out of 79 cities and towns in Delaware.

Age Demographics

The median age in Odessa town is 42.0 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 41.5 years. With 29.6% of the population under 18, Odessa town has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Odessa town is $86,875. This is 5% higher than the state median of $82,855. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 11% higher. The poverty rate stands at 1.5%. This is 86% 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 1.1%. This is 78% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $355,000. Housing costs are 9% higher than the state median of $326,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 79.9% 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 Odessa town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 16.6%.

Education

47.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% higher 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 96.6%. Notably, 20.2% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Odessa 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 Odessa town, Delaware?

Odessa town, Delaware has a population of 392 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Odessa town is $86,875, which is 11% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Odessa town, DE?

The poverty rate in Odessa town is 1.5%. This means approximately 6 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Odessa town, Delaware?

Odessa town's population is 70.4% White, 16.6% Black, 10.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Odessa town is $355,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

How educated is Odessa town, Delaware?

47.7% of adults (25+) in Odessa town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 20.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.