RANK #543 / 996 · POP 216,074 · OH
PROJECTED GROWTH: +0.5%
Historic Downtown Delaware, with its classic Strand Theatre, one of the nation's longest-operating movie theaters, offers a specific charm that locals often highlight first. Located just north of Columbus, Delaware County provides a blend of small-town atmosphere with convenient access to a major city. Commuting to Columbus is feasible, with options including public transit and private bus services, though most residents drive. The county is characterized by its parks and trails, including Alum Creek State Park and Preservation Parks, offering extensive outdoor recreation opportunities like hiking, boating, and disc golf amidst woodlands and meadows.
Life in Delaware County often appeals to families, drawn by highly-rated public school districts such as Olentangy Local Schools and Delaware City Schools. The local economy is diverse, with growth in professional and business services, and a notable presence in information technology. Recent economic developments include investments in commercial and residential properties, as well as expansions in technology infrastructure, including data centers. The county maintains a low unemployment rate and a high rate of homeownership.
Above national median (4.7x)
Below national median
Below-average climate & terrain
Prices detached from rents
Housing is fairly valued at 5.5x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Amazon Web Services Data Center Campus
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
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$2,000M | Planned |
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Woodland Lake Mixed-Use Development
Wilcox Communities, Cody Coughlin company, Ltd.
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$104M | Planned |
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Redwood Powell - Home Road (Phases II & III)
Redwood USA LLC
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$52M | Under Construction |
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Delaware Southeast Focus Area Plan Housing Development
Various Developers
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$50M | Planned |
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Vertiv Customer Experience Center Microgrid
Vertiv
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$50M | Operating |
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Improved Interchange at I-71/U.S. 36/SR 37 and Proposed Sunbury Pkwy
Delaware County Engineer
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$32M | Proposed |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Delaware County has a Boom Town Index score of 46/100, ranking #543 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +2.8% and a median household income of $123,995, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Delaware County is $393,000 with median rent at $1,338/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3155, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +2.4% year-over-year. Job growth: +2.8%. Home values changed +0.9% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 5.13% of Delaware County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.