Port Penn, DE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 2/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
477 332.4M (US)
Median Age
66.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,287 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
62 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$388,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$703 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,206 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 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 2 5 33
Feb 2 5 35
Mar 4 2 43
Apr 4 0 53
May 4 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 2 0 47
Dec 4 2 37

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (37%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 36%
Hillary Clinton 59%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, DE State Senate District 12, DE State Representative District 9, DE
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Schools

Elsinboro Township School
4 miles, E • 3.2 star
Southern Elementary School
4 miles, N • 1.9 star
Bedford (Gunning) Middle School
4 miles, N • 2.3 star
St Georges Technical High School
5 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Wilmington University
12 miles, N • 2.3 star
Dawn Career Institute LLC
12 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Salem Medical Center
9 miles, E • 1.4 star
Christiana Hospital
13 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Philadelphia International Airport
31 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Atlantic City International Airport
54 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
66 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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