Census ACS · 11 cities
Richest Cities in Delaware
Income levels vary widely across Delaware's 11 major cities. Hockessin Cdp leads with a median household income of $172,695. Cities with higher incomes tend to have more educated residents, stronger job markets, and higher home values. The gap between the richest and most affordable cities in Delaware can reveal important patterns about economic opportunity, cost of living, and quality of life across the state.
Source: Census ACS 5-Year Estimates
| # | City | Median Income | Home Value | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wilmington city | $55,269 | $224,500 | 71,124 |
| 2 | Smyrna town | $70,473 | $273,400 | 13,031 |
| 3 | Pike Creek Valley Cdp | $93,896 | $299,500 | 11,992 |
| 4 | Newark city | $71,373 | $357,600 | 30,309 |
| 5 | Milford city | $55,265 | $274,600 | 12,193 |
| 6 | Middletown town | $115,252 | $399,500 | 24,071 |
| 7 | Hockessin Cdp | $172,695 | $550,200 | 13,608 |
| 8 | Glasgow Cdp | $109,803 | $346,200 | 16,095 |
| 9 | Dover city | $58,336 | $248,500 | 39,491 |
| 10 | Brookside Cdp | $72,031 | $264,800 | 15,262 |
| 11 | Bear Cdp | $88,985 | $280,200 | 22,604 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hockessin Cdp is the #1 ranked city in Delaware by median household income, with a value of $172,695 according to latest Census ACS data.
Delaware has 11 cities with 10,000+ population tracked in latest Census ACS data.
All data comes from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates by the US Census Bureau.
Data from the American Community Survey 5-Year estimates. Covers cities with populations of 10,000 or more in Delaware.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.