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Delta, Ohio
Village
Main Street
Main Street
Location of Delta, Ohio
Location of Delta, Ohio
Location of Delta in Fulton County
Location of Delta in Fulton County
Country United States
State Ohio
County Fulton
Government
 • Type Charter Municipality
Area
 • Total 3.16 sq mi (8.17 km2)
 • Land 3.15 sq mi (8.17 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
725 ft (221 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 3,316
 • Estimate 
(2023)
3,301
 • Density 1,051.03/sq mi (405.86/km2)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
43515
Area code(s) 419
FIPS code 39-21616
GNIS feature ID 2398710
Website https://www.villageofdelta.org/

Delta is a small village located in Fulton County, Ohio, United States. In 2020, about 3,316 people lived there. It's a friendly community with a rich history.

Discovering Delta's Past

The first people settled in the area that is now Delta in the 1830s. A post office was opened in 1837, helping the community grow. Delta officially became a village around 1863.

Exploring Delta's Location and Landscape

Delta covers an area of about 8.17 square kilometers (3.16 square miles), and all of it is land. The village is part of the Maumee River watershed, meaning water from Delta eventually flows into this river. A smaller stream called Bad Creek also runs through the village.

Major Roads in Delta

Several important roads pass through Delta, making it easy to travel.

  • Alternate U.S. Route 20 and State Route 2 go through the village from east to west.
  • State Route 109 runs north to south.
  • The Ohio Turnpike is a major highway located about two miles north of Delta. There's an exit at the intersection of State Route 109 and the Ohio Turnpike.

Understanding Delta's Population

Delta's population has grown steadily over the years. In 2010, there were 3,103 people living in the village. This included 1,203 households and 842 families. The village is home to a diverse group of people.

Historical population
Census Pop.
1870 753
1880 859 14.1%
1890 1,132 31.8%
1900 1,230 8.7%
1910 1,689 37.3%
1920 1,543 −8.6%
1930 1,778 15.2%
1940 1,773 −0.3%
1950 2,120 19.6%
1960 2,376 12.1%
1970 2,544 7.1%
1980 2,831 11.3%
1990 2,849 0.6%
2000 2,930 2.8%
2010 3,103 5.9%
2020 3,316 6.9%
2023 (est.) 3,301 6.4%
U.S. Decennial Census

Who Lives in Delta?

In 2010, most residents (96.1%) were White. Other groups included African American, Native American, and Asian people. About 5.3% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.

Many households (37%) had children under 18 living with them. The average age of people in Delta was about 35.5 years old. Nearly 28% of residents were under 18, showing it's a place with many young people and families.

Learning and Education in Delta

Delta has a good public school system called the Pike-Delta-York Local School District. This district was formed by combining the village school in Delta with schools from the nearby Pike and York Townships. Now, all the schools are located in Delta. Delta High School is the main high school for the entire district.

The village also has a public library. It's a great place for everyone to borrow books, learn new things, and read.

Famous People from Delta

Some notable people have come from Delta, Ohio:

  • Steve Buehrer – An important politician from Ohio.
  • Nate Kmic – A talented football player.
  • Mary Wood-Allen – A doctor and social reformer who worked to improve society.

See also

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