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Delaware City, DE

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Population
1,939
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
6 ft
Median Home Value
$266,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,511/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$85,395
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in DelawarePopulation rankingHighest population places in DelawareNearest larger communityMiddletown, Delaware11 miles away · 25,798 residents.

About Delaware City

Delaware City is a small port city in New Castle County, Delaware, situated at the eastern terminus of the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal. Home to the historic Delaware City Historic District and serving as the ferry launch to Fort Delaware on Pea Patch Island, the community of approximately 1,950 is served by the Colonial School District.

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