Delaware, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Delaware, Indiana had a total population of 489, the 515th largest community in Indiana, with a median household income of $64,167, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Delaware Quick Facts
How Delaware 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 | 438 | 489 | +11.6% |
| Median household income | $73,663 | $64,167 | -12.9% |
| Median home value | $162,300 | $206,500 | +27.2% |
How Delaware 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: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Delaware Rankings in Indiana
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Cities Similar to Delaware
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metamora | 491 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Zanesville | 488 | $67,212 | $162,500 | 25.8% | 10.3% |
| Prairieton | 475 | N/A | $367,700 | 0.0% | 18.1% |
| Mooreland | 493 | $60,714 | $94,200 | 10.2% | 16.9% |
| Holton | 502 | $62,375 | $98,600 | 2.7% | 21.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 489, Delaware'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
Delaware is a small community located in Indiana. The total population is 489. It ranks as the 515th most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Delaware is 59.1 years. This is 55% higher than the state median of 38.1 years. Only 9.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Delaware is $64,167. This is 11% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.6%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Delaware, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $206,500. Housing costs are 5% lower than the state median of $218,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Delaware has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.6%.
Education
7.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% lower than the state rate of 29.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Delaware, Indiana 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 Indiana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 967 Census-designated places in Indiana. 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 Delaware, Indiana?
Delaware, Indiana has a population of 489 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Delaware, IN?
The median household income in Delaware is $64,167, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Delaware, IN?
The poverty rate in Delaware is 8.6%. This means approximately 42 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Delaware, Indiana?
Delaware's population is 91.4% White, 0.0% Black, 8.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Delaware, IN?
The median home value in Delaware is $206,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Delaware, Indiana?
7.0% of adults (25+) in Delaware hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.