County · Indiana
Delaware County, Indiana
Delaware County, Indiana. Delaware County had 113,106 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 1.1% since 2020, slower than Indiana (+2.8%). It holds 23 places (8 cities, villages and boroughs, 11 towns and townships and 4 census-designated) and 34 census tracts. GEOID 18035.
Delaware County is the county of the Muncie, IN metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
113,106
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 111,903 · ACS 2020-2024: 112,280
Median household income
$58,127
±$1,683 (90% margin)
Indiana: $71,957
Median home value
$139,400
±$4,929 (90% margin)
Indiana: $218,200
Median gross rent
$906
±$26 (90% margin)
Indiana: $1,062
How many people live in Delaware County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 111,903 residents in Delaware County. The Census Bureau estimates 113,106 for July 1, 2025, up 1.1% since 2020, slower than Indiana (+2.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 112,280 over 392 square miles of land.
| Measure | Delaware County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 112,280 | 6,851,073 | −2,740 |
| Households | 46,256±652 | 2,716,009 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.26±0.03 | 2.46 | −0.08 |
| Housing units | 51,635±106 | 2,976,568 | −1,081 |
Delaware County's population since 2000
From 118,769 in 2000 to 113,106 in 2025: down 4.8%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Delaware County?
Delaware County holds 23 places: 8 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 11 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 4 census-designated places. The largest is Muncie with 65,466 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Muncie | 65,194 | $44,471 |
|---|---|---|
| Center Township, Delaware County | 64,549 | $44,165 |
| Yorktown | 11,548 | $81,674 |
| Hamilton Township, Delaware County | 7,169 | $74,274 |
| Liberty Township, Delaware County | 4,414 | $74,457 |
| Salem Township, Delaware County | 3,978 | $70,406 |
| Monroe Township, Delaware County | 3,500 | $92,083 |
| Delaware Township, Delaware County | 3,481 | $74,032 |
| Harrison Township, Delaware County | 3,463 | $82,806 |
| Union Township, Delaware County | 2,540 | $66,902 |
| Albany | 2,295 | $58,026 |
| Washington Township, Delaware County | 1,849 | $74,595 |
| Daleville | 1,651 | $50,795 |
| Eaton | 1,595 | $54,531 |
| Perry Township, Delaware County | 1,519 | $65,088 |
| Niles TownshipGEOID 1803553928 | 1,369 | $65,750 |
| Gaston | 796 | $52,292 |
| Selma | 747 | $58,214 |
| RoyertonGEOID 1866312 | – | $135,068 |
| OakvilleGEOID 1855818 | – | not published |
| CowanGEOID 1815526 | – | $107,031 |
| Chesterfield | 2,490 | $58,824 |
| WindsorGEOID 1884842 | – | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Delaware County?
The median resident of Delaware County is 35.8 years old; 18.1% are under 18 and 17.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 84.3%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 5.2%. 2.5% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Delaware County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 35.8±0.2 | 38.1 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 18.1% | 23.3% | – |
| 65 years and over | 17.6%±0.1 pts | 16.8% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.3% | 8.6% | +0.8 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 84.3%±0.4 pts | 75.4% | −2.5 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 5.2%±0.5 pts | 9.1% | −1.7 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.6%±0.1 pts | 2.6% | +0.2 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 5.0%±0.6 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.3 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 2.5%±0.3 pts | 6.3% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 4.0%±0.4 pts | 10.3% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 5.5%±0.5 pts | 6.3% | – |
| With a disability | 19.1%±0.9 pts | 14.2% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 6.8%±0.7 pts | 7.4% | −1.3 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 90.5%±0.9 pts | 90.4% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 26.2%±1.5 pts | 29.5% | +2.5 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 11.0%±0.9 pts | 10.8% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.2%±0.5 pts | 2.1% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Delaware County earn?
Half of Delaware County's 46,256 households earn less than $58,127 a year (±$1,683), against $71,957 in Indiana. In 2015-2019 the median was $53,550 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $4,577 after inflation. 19.6% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Delaware County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $58,127±$1,683 | $71,957 | +$4,577 |
| Mean household income | $73,454±$2,570 | $95,247 | – |
| Per capita income | $31,091±$1,096 | $38,351 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 19.6%±1.3 pts | 12.3% | −2.3 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 20.4%±3.1 pts | 16.0% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 14.2%±1.3 pts | 9.1% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 88.4%±1.0 pts | 89.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Delaware County?
Owners occupy 66.5% of Delaware County's occupied homes and renters 33.5%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $139,400 by its owner (±$4,929). The median renter pays $906 a month including utilities, and 43.5% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Delaware County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $139,400±$4,929 | $218,200 | +$24,207 |
| Median gross rent | $906±$26 | $1,062 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 43.5%±3.3 pts | 38.9% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,111±$29 | $1,404 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 66.5%±1.3 pts | 70.6% | +3.0 pts |
| Housing units | 51,635±106 | 2,976,568 | −1,081 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.9%±0.4 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 8.4%±1.8 pts | 5.6% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 72.9%±1.3 pts | 72.6% | – |
| Mobile homes | 4.7%±0.7 pts | 4.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.8%±0.3 pts | 1.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 17.5%±1.2 pts | 16.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Delaware County building?
Builders took permits for 328 new housing units across Delaware County in 2025 (94 single-family), 2.9 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Delaware County get to work?
77.1% of Delaware County's workers drive alone and 7.7% work from home. The average trip to work takes 21.2 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.8%.
| Measure | Delaware County | Indiana | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 60.1%±1.3 pts | 63.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.8%±0.8 pts | 4.3% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 77.1%±1.6 pts | 76.3% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.8%±1.3 pts | 9.1% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.9%±0.3 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Walked | 3.3%±0.6 pts | 1.9% | – |
| Worked from home | 7.7%±1.0 pts | 10.7% | +4.3 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 21.2 min±0.8 | 24.1 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Delaware County's census tracts?
Delaware County is divided into 34 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $27,500 (Tract 17) to $127,000 (Tract 24.03).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Delaware County compare with Indiana's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 15th of 92 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 49th of 92 |
| Residents per square mile | 17th of 92 |
| Median household income | 83rd of 92 |
| Median home value | 81st of 92 |
| Median gross rent | 36th of 92 |
| Poverty rate | 4th of 92 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 19th of 92 |
| Median age | 85th of 92 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Delaware County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.