Delphos, Ohio
Is Delphos, OH (City Center) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe0
Medium6
Low6
Other26
6 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape1
Child involved2
Assault1
Other2
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies were sent to a residence near Road Q Lot K in the Fort Jennings area for a welfare check on a repeatedly missing juvenile who had walked away from home again. The juvenile was also reportedly seen near State Route 190 and State Route 634. Radio updates indicated the mother later had the juvenile with her, and they appeared to be arguing. | Rd Q K, Fort Jennings, OH 45844 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies were sent to the Road Q lot (Lot F) for a reported assault involving a 16-year-old female. A black Chevy with black rims was identified as the suspect vehicle and was reported possibly leaving eastbound on Road Q. Officers later reported one male detained after trying to walk away from the vehicle. The juvenile arrived with her mother and was reported to be having trouble breathing, and EMS was requested. | Rd Q F, Fort Jennings, OH 45844 | Assault Report |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a 70 year old male fell from a shower chair and is having difficulty breathing at first street in Fort Jennings. The individual has a history of heart problems. EMS units are responding to the scene. | 1st St, Fort Jennings, OH 45844 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 12, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services were dispatched near Wayne Street in Ottoville for a 59-year-old female experiencing a urinary tract infection, extreme pain, and shortness of breath. Backup EMS units were called to assist. | Wayne St, Ottoville, OH 45876 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 8, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a caller near Road Q in Fort Jennings said her doors were found open and she believed someone had broken into her home. A unit was sent to contact the complainant. | Rd Q M, Fort Jennings, OH 45844 | Break-In |
| Jul 8, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services responded to a report of a 68-year-old female experiencing shortness of breath near 2nd Street in Fort Jennings. The patient was reported to be breathing. | 2nd St, Fort Jennings, OH 45844 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 6, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS personnel were dispatched to a location near Charles Street in Fort Jennings for a reported medical emergency involving an older man who was having trouble breathing and reportedly turning gray. | Charles St, Fort Jennings, OH 45844 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 6, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a residence near K and K Drive in Fort Jennings for a reported fraud complaint that had previously been reported to a bank, with the caller requesting a police report. | K and K Dr, Fort Jennings, OH 45844 | Fraud Report |
| Jul 4, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are dispatched to a large fire in the 17000 block of Road 24Q in the Fort Jennings area. The caller reportedly does not see anyone near the fire. | Rd 24-Q, Fort Jennings, OH 45844 | Fire |
| Jun 30, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, audubon EMS is asked to remain at their station for a possible unsafe incident reported near North Water Street in Fort Jennings, with law enforcement not yet on scene. | N Water St, Fort Jennings, OH 45844 | Suspicious Activity |
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Median Home Price
$134,853
Average Rent
$1,270
Vacancy Rate
5.3%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Delphos City Center in Delphos, Ohio, is a suburban neighborhood with mostly medium to small single-family homes and mobile homes built mainly between 1940 and 1969, with some older homes.
The vacancy rate is 5.3%, lower than most U.S. neighborhoods, indicating above-average demand for housing.
Lower-Middle IncomeSuburbanEstablished Homes
Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 5.3% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Delphos City Center's housing is mostly owner-occupied single-family homes and mobile homes, primarily built between 1940 and 1969, with some older.
| Owner Occupied Rate | High |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family and mobile homes |
| Built 1940-1969 | Majority |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes were built before 1970, offering a mature neighborhood feel.
High owner occupancy supports community stability despite lower income levels.
Families & Lifestyle
Delphos City Center supports families with strong community ties and short commutes, despite lower income levels.
The neighborhood's strong owner occupancy and family presence foster community connections.
Short commute times improve quality of life for residents.
Community-Oriented — Many families and professionals live here, supporting a close-knit environment.
| Child Poverty Rate | 8.8% |
|---|
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 38.2% |
|---|---|
| German Ancestry | 41.1% |
| German/Yiddish Language Speakers | 2.0% |
| Top Languages | English (97.2%), Italian (2.9%) |
| Top Ancestries | German (41.1%), Irish (7.7%), English (4.9%), French (1.8%), Polish (1.7%) |
Commute
Most residents drive alone with one of the shortest commute times in the U.S.
Delphos City Center residents mostly drive alone and enjoy very short commutes.
Very High Drive Alone Rate — Over 93% drive alone to work, among the highest nationally.
Short Commutes — Most commute under 15 minutes one-way.
| Drive Alone Rate | 93.3% |
|---|---|
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
Homes for sale near 45876
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Delphos City Center?
The median home price is $134,853, less expensive than 82.8% of Ohio neighborhoods.
How do most residents commute?
93.3% drive alone to work, a rate higher than 99.1% of U.S. neighborhoods.