Wilmington, DE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
71,124 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
45.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,269 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$224,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$496 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$991 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.2% 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 31
Feb 3 5 34
Mar 4 1 42
Apr 4 0 52
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 5 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 4 0 55
Nov 3 0 45
Dec 4 1 36

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 77% of residents leaning left and 19% leaning right.

Liberal (78%) (19%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 19%
Hillary Clinton 77%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, DE State Senate District 2, DE State Representative District 2, DE
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Schools

Elbert-Palmer Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 1 star
Bancroft Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Pyle (Sarah) Academy
<1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Delaware College of Art and Design
1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Salem Community College
4 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Wilmington University
5 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

St Francis Hospital
2 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Philadelphia International Airport
18 miles, E • 4.1 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
53 miles, E • 1.4 star
Atlantic City International Airport
54 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
64 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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