Blackiston, Delaware facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Blackiston, Delaware
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 Blackiston, Delaware
Location in Delaware
Blackiston, Delaware
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Delaware |
| County | Kent |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 302 |
| GNIS feature ID | 216040 |
Blackiston is a small, quiet place located in Kent County, Delaware, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
Where is Blackiston Located?
Blackiston is easy to find on a map of Delaware. It sits right where two important roads meet: State Route 6 and State Route 42. These roads help people travel through the area.
Nearby Towns and Cities
Blackiston is surrounded by other communities in Delaware.
- It is located to the west of a town called Clayton.
- You can also find it northwest of another town, Kenton.
These nearby towns offer services and activities for people living in and around Blackiston.
Blackiston's Elevation
Blackiston is not very high above sea level. Its elevation is about 69 feet (which is about 21 meters). This means it's relatively flat, like much of the land in Delaware.
