Middletown, DE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
24,071 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
45.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$115,252 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$399,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$592 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,354 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

New Castle County
5
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metro Area
4
Delaware
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

New Castle County
4
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metro Area
4
Delaware
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 5 32
Feb 3 6 36
Mar 4 2 42
Apr 4 0 53
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 5 0 77
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 5 0 67
Oct 4 0 55
Nov 3 0 46
Dec 4 2 37

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, DE State Senate District 10, DE State Representative District 8, DE
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Schools

Meredith (Everett) Middle School
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Silver Lake Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 3.7 star
Redding (Louis L) Middle School
<1 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Dawn Career Institute LLC
16 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Union Hospital of Cecil County
13 miles, N • 2.3 star
Christiana Hospital
17 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Rockford Center
18 miles, NE
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Airports

Philadelphia International Airport
39 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Atlantic City International Airport
61 miles, E • 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
75 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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