Viola, Delaware Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Viola, Delaware had a total population of 178, the 77th largest town in Delaware. The poverty rate is 5.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Viola Quick Facts
How Viola Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 102 | 178 | +74.5% |
| Median home value | $267,300 | $269,400 | +0.8% |
How Viola Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 60 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Viola Rankings in Delaware
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Other Cities in Kent County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dover | 39,837 | $60,199 | 15.0% | $258,900 |
| Rising Sun-Lebanon | 4,163 | $113,529 | 8.0% | $389,900 |
| Camden | 4,106 | $63,267 | 5.3% | $300,100 |
| Harrington | 3,838 | $72,679 | 6.9% | $221,900 |
| Highland Acres | 3,752 | $102,356 | 6.2% | $306,400 |
| Dover Base Housing | 2,962 | $82,161 | 2.2% | N/A |
| Riverview | 2,596 | $93,162 | 8.2% | $319,900 |
| Kent Acres | 2,388 | $91,524 | 14.2% | $241,600 |
| Woodside East | 2,274 | $61,142 | 10.9% | $330,700 |
| Cheswold | 2,143 | $86,875 | 7.2% | $314,600 |
Cities Similar to Viola
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henlopen Acres | 176 | $151,250 | $2,000,000+ | 80.3% | 0.0% |
| Leipsic | 191 | $44,886 | $238,900 | 10.2% | 3.7% |
| Hartly | 199 | $152,813 | $87,200 | 5.0% | 9.6% |
| Farmington | 201 | N/A | $142,800 | 41.5% | 0.0% |
| Ardencroft | 213 | $130,688 | $432,100 | 67.0% | 4.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 178, Viola's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Viola is a small community located in Delaware, within Kent County. The total population is 178. It ranks as the 77th most populous out of 79 Census-designated places in Delaware.
Age Demographics
The median age in Viola is 31.0 years. This is 25% lower than the state median of 41.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 5.6%. This is 46% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.4%. The unemployment rate is 5.7%. This is 11% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $269,400. Housing costs are 23% lower than the state median of $352,000. 98.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 73.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Viola has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (94.4% vs 58.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 11.1%.
Education
10.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 69% lower than the state rate of 35.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Viola, Delaware is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. 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. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Viola, Delaware?
Viola, Delaware has a population of 178 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Viola, DE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Viola — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Viola, DE?
The poverty rate in Viola is 5.6%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Viola, Delaware?
Viola's population is 94.4% White, 0.0% Black, 1.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Viola, DE?
The median home value in Viola is $269,400.
How educated is Viola, Delaware?
10.9% of adults (25+) in Viola hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.