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Townsend, DE

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Population
2,985
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
69 ft
Median Home Value
$465,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,193/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$153,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Overall#20 best place in DelawarePopulation rankingHighest population places in DelawareNearest larger communityMiddletown, Delaware2.8 miles away · 25,798 residents.

About Townsend

Townsend is an incorporated town in southern New Castle County, Delaware, marking the state's geographic center of population. Named after local businessman Samuel John Townsend and hosting a designated historic district, the community of approximately 2,832 is served by the Appoquinimink School District for public primary and secondary education for local students.

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