Riverview, DE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,412 332.4M (US)
Median Age
56.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
91.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,833 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$287,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$491 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$740 $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

Kent County
3
Dover Metro Area
3
Delaware
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Kent County
3
Dover Metro Area
3
Delaware
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 5 34
Feb 3 5 36
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 4 0 54
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 4 0 58
Nov 3 0 48
Dec 4 2 38

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 52%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, DE State Senate District 16, DE State Representative District 33, DE
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Schools

Lake Forest East Elementary School
3 miles, SE • 4.1 star
POLYTECH High School
3 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Wesley College
9 miles, N • 2.3 star
Delaware State University
11 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus
8 miles, N • 2.3 star
Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus
12 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Atlantic City International Airport
58 miles, E • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
60 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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