Delaware, Ohio
In March 1994, an article in the Wall Street Journal ranked Delaware 14th out of 20 of the fastest-growing, wealthiest, and most educated areas of the country. Based on 1997 U.S. Census Bureau estimates, Delaware county is the fastest growing county in the state of Ohio with a growth rate of 30.6 percent, and consistently maintains one of the lowest unemployment rates in the state.
As the county seat of Delaware County, the city of Delaware offers the best of many worlds: the tree-lined streets and friendly faces of a small college town, the rural beauty of the surrounding countryside, and the urban excitement of nearby Columbus which is less than 30 minutes away.
But like the fine racing Standardbreds in the world-famous "Little Brown Jug," Delaware has kept its head while quickening the pace. Citizens, community leaders, and consultants are working together to guide the development of new residential areas and expanded community services, while maintaining Delaware's distinctive character.
Statistics
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Population
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24,000
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Land Area
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9.7 square miles
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Median Income
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$25,392 (1995 Median income tax return)
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Property Taxes
(per $1000 land valuation X .35)
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$35.14
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City Income Tax
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1.60%
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Price Range of Homes
(range of greatest selection)
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$75,000 to $250,000
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Percentage of Students Pursuing Higher Education
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59%
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Student Teacher Ratio
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21.3 : 1
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Area Churches
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All major denominations represented.
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Area Hospitals
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Grady Memorial Hospital
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Local Libraries
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Delaware County Library
Ohio Wesleyan University Library
Book Mobile
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Parks and Recreation
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Multiple neighborhood parks
Hidden Valley Golf Course
Oakhaven Golf Club
Four large lakes, wildlife preserves, two state parks, youth and adult athletic leagues.
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Commute Times to Columbus
Downtown Miles:
Downtown Minutes:
Airport Miles:
Airport Minutes:
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Approx. 32
Approx. 42
Approx. 35
Approx. 45
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Delaware Area Chamber of Commerce
46 E. Winter St.
Delaware, Ohio 43015
740-369-6221
Delaware City Schools
248 N. Washington St.
Delaware, Ohio 43015
740-363-1188
