Ellendale, DE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
675 332.4M (US)
Median Age
15.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
86.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
28.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$223,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$494 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$817 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sussex County
2
Seaford Urban Area
2
Delaware
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Sussex County
2
Seaford Urban Area
2
Delaware
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 5 35
Feb 3 5 37
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 54
May 4 0 63
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 4 0 58
Nov 4 0 49
Dec 4 2 39

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, DE State Senate District 18, DE State Representative District 36, DE
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Schools

The Cross Christian Academy
<1 miles, W • 1 star
Geneva Academy
2 miles, NE • 3.2 star
HO Brittingham Elementary School
6 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus
6 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Nanticoke Memorial Hospital
15 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Beebe Medical Center
16 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Atlantic City International Airport
64 miles, E • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
74 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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