Viola town, Delaware Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Viola town, Delaware Demographics
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As of 2026, Viola town, Delaware has a total population of 102, the 79th largest city in Delaware, with a median household income of $62,361, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.8%.

Key Takeaways

Unemployment rate of 10.0% is notably above the national average.

Viola town Quick Facts

Population 102

Median Household Income $62,361

Median Home Value $267,300

Poverty Rate 7.8%

Unemployment Rate 10.0%

Median Age 61.0 years

Homeownership Rate 91.8%

Affordability Ratio 4.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.5%

High School Graduation Rate 86.9%

Diversity Index 21/100

Population 102 79th of 79

Median Income $62,361 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 7.8% 37% lower national

Median Home Value $267,300 below average

How Viola town Compares

Median Household Income

Viola town

$62,361

$82,855

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Viola town

$267,300

$326,800

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.2%

$25K-$50K 20.4%

$50K-$100K 32.6%

$100K+ 38.8%

Employment

10.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

55.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 91.8%

Renter 8.2%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

14.7%

18-34

17.6%

35-54

14.7%

55-74

49.0%

75+

3.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Viola town Rankings in Delaware

#79 Population of 79

#62 Median Income of 79

#67 Education of 79

#47 Home Value of 79

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Cities Similar to Viola town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Henlopen Acres town	191	N/A	$2,000,001	74.4%	0.0%
Leipsic town	182	$50,833	$230,400	15.8%	6.0%
Farmington town	218	N/A	$140,900	36.5%	0.0%
Little Creek town	231	$70,179	$178,600	17.8%	27.4%
Hartly town	160	$148,153	N/A	0.9%	9.4%

Population Overview

Viola town is a small community located in Delaware. The total population is 102. It ranks as the 79th most populous out of 79 cities and towns in Delaware.

Age Demographics

The median age in Viola town is 61.0 years. This is 47% higher than the state median of 41.5 years. Only 14.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Viola town is $62,361. 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 7.8%. This is 27% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.7%. The unemployment rate is 10.0%. This is 98% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $267,300. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $326,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 91.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 72.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Viola town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.9%) is well below the state average of 10.7%.

Education

15.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 86.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Viola 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 Viola town, Delaware?

Viola town, Delaware has a population of 102 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Viola town is $62,361, which is 21% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Viola town, DE?

The poverty rate in Viola town is 7.8%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Viola town, Delaware?

Viola town's population is 88.2% White, 0.0% Black, 4.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Viola town is $267,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

How educated is Viola town, Delaware?

15.5% of adults (25+) in Viola town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.