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Delaware County
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Delaware County

#1 in Best Counties to Live in Ohio
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Public Schools
      A
    2. Housing
      A minus
    3. Nightlife
      A minus
    4. Good for Families
      A+
    5. Diversity
      B minus
    6. Jobs
      A
    7. Weather
      C+
    8. Cost of Living
      C+
    9. Health & Fitness
      A
    10. Outdoor Activities
      A minus
    11. Commute
      C+
    Delaware County is located in Ohio with a population of 211,121. Delaware County is one of the best places to live in Ohio. In Delaware County, most residents own their homes. In Delaware County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, and coffee shops. Many families live in Delaware County and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Delaware County are highly rated.
    Population
    211,121
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    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $336,600
    National
    $244,900
    Median Rent
    $1,202
    National
    $1,163
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      21%
    • Own
      79%
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    Crime & Safety

    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    • Assault
      43.9
      282.7
    • Murder
      0
      6.1
    • Rape
      70.7
      40.7
    • Robbery
      19.1
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    • Burglary
      250.3
      500.1
    • Theft
      1,234.1
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      43.9
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    B minus
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      13%
    • 10-17 years
      13%
    • 18-24 years
      8%
    • 25-34 years
      10%
    • 35-44 years
      15%
    • 45-54 years
      15%
    • 55-64 years
      12%
    • 65+ years
      14%
    Education Levels
    • Master's degree or higher
      23%
      13%
    • Bachelor's degree
      34%
      21%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      24%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      16%
      26%
    • Less than high school diploma
      3%
      11%
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    Working in Delaware County

    Jobs
    A
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $116,284
    National
    $69,021
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