Laurel, DE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
4,043 332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$44,593 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
64.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$192,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$524 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$610 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
32.6% 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 4 36
Feb 3 4 39
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 4 0 55
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 3 0 58
Nov 4 0 49
Dec 4 2 40

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, DE State Senate District 21, DE State Representative District 40, DE
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Schools

North Laurel Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
Laurel Senior High School
2 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Wor-Wic Community College
14 miles, S • 1.4 star
Salisbury University
16 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Delmarva Beauty Academy
16 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Nanticoke Memorial Hospital
5 miles, N • 4.1 star
Peninsula Regional Medical Center
14 miles, SW • 5 star
Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus
24 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Atlantic City International Airport
81 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
92 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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