Slaughter Beach, DE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
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
431 332.4M (US)
Median Age
65.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
51.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$96,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
44 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$770,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$483 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,579 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.1% 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 4 37
Mar 4 1 44
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 57
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 3 2 39

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 60%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Mispillion Elementary
6 miles, W • 3.7 star
Ross (Lulu M) Elementary School
6 miles, W • 2.8 star
Milford Senior High School
6 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Milford Central Academy
6 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Wesley College
20 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus
5 miles, W • 2.3 star
Beebe Medical Center
14 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Atlantic City International Airport
54 miles, E • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
66 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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