Selbyville town, Delaware Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Selbyville town, Delaware Demographics
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As of 2026, Selbyville town, Delaware has a total population of 3,005, the 32nd largest city in Delaware, with a median household income of $81,845, which is 1% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 3.8%.

Key Takeaways

An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.8% — among the lowest in Delaware.

Selbyville town Quick Facts

Population 3,005

Median Household Income $81,845

Median Home Value $410,700

Poverty Rate 3.8%

Unemployment Rate 3.5%

Median Age 50.8 years

Homeownership Rate 84.1%

Affordability Ratio 5.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.9%

High School Graduation Rate 88.4%

Diversity Index 43/100

Population 3,005 32nd of 79

Median Income $81,845 average

Poverty Rate 3.8% 69% lower national

Median Home Value $410,700 top 30%

How Selbyville town Compares

Median Household Income

Selbyville town

$81,845

$82,855

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Selbyville town

$410,700

$326,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.6%

$25K-$50K 19.5%

$50K-$100K 29.1%

$100K+ 42.8%

Employment

3.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

56.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 84.1%

Renter 15.9%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

14.9%

18-34

19.9%

35-54

22.3%

55-74

33.1%

75+

9.8%

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+)

Selbyville town Rankings in Delaware

#32 Population of 79

#33 Median Income of 79

#51 Education of 79

#19 Home Value of 79

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Cities Similar to Selbyville town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Dover Base Housing CDP	3,026	$71,181	N/A	45.1%	2.4%
Ocean View town	2,760	$88,021	$483,600	49.0%	10.5%
Lewes city	3,415	$92,375	$806,700	65.2%	5.8%
Bridgeville town	2,661	$69,631	$397,400	36.3%	12.9%
Kent Acres CDP	2,540	$71,848	$213,400	26.7%	19.1%

Population Overview

Selbyville town is a small community located in Delaware. The total population is 3,005. It ranks as the 32nd most populous out of 79 cities and towns in Delaware.

Age Demographics

The median age in Selbyville town is 50.8 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 41.5 years. Only 14.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Selbyville town is $81,845. This is 1% lower than the state median of $82,855. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 4% higher. The poverty rate stands at 3.8%. This is 64% 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 3.5%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $410,700. Housing costs are 26% higher than the state median of $326,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x. 84.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 72.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Selbyville town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 18.5%. The Black or African American population (7.8%) is well below the state average of 21.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (18.5% vs 10.7%). The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 4.1%.

Education

24.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% 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 88.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Selbyville 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 Selbyville town, Delaware?

Selbyville town, Delaware has a population of 3,005 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Selbyville town is $81,845, which is 4% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Selbyville town, DE?

The poverty rate in Selbyville town is 3.8%. This means approximately 114 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Selbyville town, Delaware?

Selbyville town's population is 72.8% White, 7.8% Black, 18.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

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

The median home value in Selbyville town is $410,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x.

How educated is Selbyville town, Delaware?

24.9% of adults (25+) in Selbyville town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.