With just over 8,000 year-round residents, the hamlet of Delmar sits in the town of Bethlehem. Only minutes from one of New York’s strongest economies as a suburb of Albany, Delmar has been honored as one of Money Magazine’s Best Places to Live and was designated as a Great American Town. Delmar was first defined in 1980, but the area’s history reaches back to 1836. With slightly over 4.3 square miles of land, it rubs shoulders with neighboring communities, ensuring a winning combination of a welcoming small town feel with easy access to some of New York’s best amenities.
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Delmar’s population is distributed in 3,400 households and 2,300 families living in just over 3,500 housing units. Nearly 97% of locals identify themselves as white, with residents of Asian or African-American background making up about 1% each. The median age is 43 years. Delmar benefits from a robust economy with general upward trajectory in income over the last decade. The median household income tops $64,000, while the median family income is over $83,000. Per capita income is more than $35,000.
Local home buyers are sure to enjoy the vibrant housing market, which encompasses parts of the town of Bethlehem and even opportunities in Albany itself. Though the borders of Delmar are inexact, you can expect anywhere from 100 to 200 homes for sale at any given point in the year. The median listing prices here range above $200,000, with some homes going for $400,000 or more. Browse the newest real estate listings in Delmar, NY.
The Bethlehem Central School District welcomes public school students from Delmar. The schools of Bethlehem CSD are consistently ranked among the top performers in the Capital Region and have reached #1 rankings for the Albany area on several occasions. Business Review named the district America’s leader in academic performance five times between the years of 2009-2015.
With its focus on learning opportunities throughout the whole schooling experience, Bethlehem CSD has an award-winning mix of early learning, gifted, and Advanced Placement programs. Second language instruction in the district begins as early as 6th grade. The district maintains seven campuses overall, including five elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school. Find homes in Delmar by school district.
The diverse economy of New York’s Capital Region has helped Delmar and the neighboring communities prosper over the years. Residents have their choice of many desirable employers, and only need to take a ten-minute commute into central Albany.
Delmar is in the heartland of General Electric, which is often cited as the leading private employer in the region. Healthcare is a growing industry here thanks to world-class facilities including Albany Medical Center, St. Peter’s Healthcare Service, and Northeast Health. The state and county governments are both major employers with plenty to offer Delmar’s educated workforce. Stewart’s Ice Cream Co. has operations and shops all throughout Delmar’s surroundings.
Delmar is at the crossroads of a variety of natural wonders. Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is a tranquil area offering informative guided tours tailored to kids of all ages. Pine Hollow Arboretum is a relaxing place for a hike in the woods, and nearby Colonial Acres Park is ideal for family picnics.
Not surprisingly, many Delmar locals choose to spend a weekend in Albany now and then. The capital city—home to about 98,000 people—is rich with culture, dining, shopping, and an exciting nightlife. The New York State Museum, USS Slater, State Capital, and Schuyler Mansion are just a few attractions.
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