State Representative District 9, DE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
28,086 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
84.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
47.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$141,298 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$448,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$614 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,281 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
92.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Delaware
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Delaware
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 4 32
Feb 2 5 35
Mar 4 1 42
Apr 4 0 53
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 2 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 Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 5%

Schools

Old State Elementary School
3 miles, W 3.2 star
Brick Mill Elementary School
5 miles, W 3.7 star
Middletown High School
5 miles, W 3.7 star

Colleges

Dawn Career Institute LLC
15 miles, N 1.4 star
Wilmington University
15 miles, NE 2.3 star

Hospitals

Salem Medical Center
12 miles, NE 1.4 star
Union Hospital of Cecil County
16 miles, NW 2.3 star
Christiana Hospital
16 miles, N 2.3 star

Airports

Philadelphia International Airport
34 miles, NE 4.1 star
Atlantic City International Airport
54 miles, SE 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
70 miles, NE 1.4 star