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Census ACS 2023 · 3 counties

Richest Counties in Delaware

Income varies significantly across Delaware's 3 counties. New Castle County leads with a median household income of $89,901. County-level income data reveals economic disparities within the state that statewide averages can mask — affluent suburban counties often have incomes 2-3x higher than rural counties in the same state. These differences affect school funding, public services, and quality of life.

Source: Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

#CountyMedian IncomePopulation
1Sussex County$78,162247,799
2New Castle County$89,901573,030
3Kent County$72,872185,043

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Frequently Asked Questions

New Castle County is the #1 ranked county in Delaware by median household income, with a value of $89,901 according to Census ACS 2023 data.

Delaware has 3 counties tracked in Census ACS 2023 data.

All data comes from the American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-Year estimates by the US Census Bureau.

Data from the American Community Survey 2023 5-Year estimates. Covers all counties in Delaware.