Delphos, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Delphos, Ohio had a total population of 7,143, the 234th largest city in Ohio, with a median household income of $61,037, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x.
Delphos Quick Facts
How Delphos 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 | 7,063 | 7,143 | +1.1% |
| Median household income | $58,359 | $61,037 | +4.6% |
| Median home value | $125,400 | $129,600 | +3.3% |
How Delphos 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+)
Delphos Rankings in Ohio
Explore Ohio Rankings
Other Cities in Allen County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lima | 35,010 | $46,240 | 23.9% | $107,200 |
| Fort Shawnee | 6,209 | $90,491 | 6.3% | $208,700 |
| Bluffton | 3,859 | $75,694 | 3.2% | $212,400 |
| Elida | 2,163 | $81,083 | 3.1% | $220,900 |
| Spencerville | 2,107 | $54,883 | 15.1% | $137,100 |
| Cairo | 581 | $83,125 | 6.9% | $114,500 |
| Westminster | 526 | $118,583 | 0.0% | $190,100 |
| Harrod | 453 | $72,813 | 9.7% | $103,400 |
| Beaverdam | 404 | $86,964 | 12.9% | $104,700 |
| Lafayette | 293 | $53,125 | 7.8% | $121,300 |
Cities Similar to Delphos
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Logan | 6,993 | $57,882 | $159,600 | 14.3% | 27.3% |
| Mentor-on-the-Lake | 7,111 | $67,188 | $188,500 | 24.7% | 8.5% |
| Hubbard | 7,598 | $62,593 | $140,100 | 27.8% | 6.1% |
| Wauseon | 7,505 | $64,477 | $152,600 | 22.5% | 8.9% |
| Mount Healthy | 6,919 | $54,565 | $163,100 | 24.8% | 21.0% |
Population Overview
Delphos is a small city located in Ohio, within Allen County. The total population is 7,143. It ranks as the 234th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Delphos is 40.2 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 39.7 years. 13.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Delphos is $61,037. This is 15% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.2%. This is 8% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 5.6%. This is 17% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $129,600. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Delphos is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Delphos has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.0%. The Black or African American population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 12.0%.
Education
18.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% lower than the state rate of 31.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Delphos, Ohio 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 Ohio state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
Free data download: Get all Ohio city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Delphos, Ohio?
Delphos, Ohio has a population of 7,143 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Delphos, OH?
The median household income in Delphos is $61,037, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Delphos, OH?
The poverty rate in Delphos is 12.2%. This means approximately 851 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Delphos, Ohio?
Delphos's population is 88.4% White, 2.9% Black, 3.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Delphos, OH?
The median home value in Delphos is $129,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.
How educated is Delphos, Ohio?
18.4% of adults (25+) in Delphos hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.