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Delaware Township's resources
begins with its residents. As Supervisors, we are humbled by the diversity of skills and
talents that exist within our community. Many committees and local organizations
have been established because of one idea, from one individual who was determined to
bring that idea to fruition. In turn, those local committees and organizations proved
to supply unique and beneficial services to countless Delaware Township residents.
Delaware Township has a
populace of 6500 residents, all living within a picturesque area of 44.2 square miles
or 28,288 acres. We welcome planned growth that adheres to the environmentally sound
lifestyle we all desire.
Delaware Township has its own
Municipal Building, Road Department, Library and Recreation Facility. The facility
boasts several baseball / football fields, hiking trails, a playground and pavilion.
Our school district, Delaware Valley, challenges its students to maximize their
intellectual, emotional, social, and physical potential through a variety of educational
opportunities.
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Delaware Township consists of
rolling hills and beautiful vistas, pristine waterfalls and sparkling lakes, charming
communities, quaint shopping areas, and an array of outdoor sports, including hiking,
fishing, hunting, camping, baseball and football.
Our Township has much to
offer, making it a wonderful place to live, raise a family, work or visit. We
proudly invite you to explore our home: Delaware Township! |
Delaware Township Demographics |
According to the 2000 census,
there are 6,319 people, 2,244 households, and 1,748 families residing in the Township.
The population density is 55.4/km (143.6/mi). There are 3,453 housing units, at an
average density of 30.3/km (78.4/mi). The racial makeup of the Township is 95.20%
White, 2.15% African American, 0.14% Native American, 0.44% Asian, 0.00% Pacific
Islander, 0.85% from other races, and 1.20% from two or more races. 4.78% of the
population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
There are 2,244 households, out
of which 42.1% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.2% are married
couples living together, 7.8% have a female householder with no husband present, and
22.1% are non-families. 18.0% of all households are made up of individuals and 5.7%
have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size
is 2.81 and the average family size is 3.19.
In the Township, the
population is spread out with 31.2% under the age of 18, 4.9% from 18 to 24, 31.9% from
25 to 44, 21.6% from 45 to 64, and 10.3% who are 65 years of age or older. The median
age is 36 years. For every 100 females, there are 98.5 males. For every 100 females age
18 and over, there are 98.2 males.
The median income for a
household in the Township is $46,263, and the median income for a family is $49,070.
Males have a median income of $41,158 versus $26,366 for females. The per capita income
for the Township is $18,661. 6.6% of the population and 5.2% of families are below the
poverty line. Out of the total population, 8.9% of those under the age of 18 and 5.6%
of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.
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