Delaware City, Delaware facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Delaware City, Delaware
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Former school and Town Hall on Clinton Street
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Port Of History
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Location of Delaware City in New Castle County, Delaware.
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 Delaware City, Delaware
Location in Delaware
Delaware City, Delaware
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Delaware |
| County |  New Castle |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.95 sq mi (5.06 km2) |
| • Land | 1.86 sq mi (4.82 km2) |
| • Water | 0.09 sq mi (0.24 km2) |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,885 |
| • Density | 1,012.90/sq mi (391.16/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
19706
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| Area code(s) | 302 |
| FIPS code | 10-19730 |
| GNIS feature ID | 213872 |
Delaware City is a small city located in New Castle County, Delaware, United States. In 2020, about 1,885 people lived there. It's known as a port town because it sits at the eastern end of the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal. From Delaware City, you can take a ferry to Fort Delaware on Pea Patch Island.
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History of Delaware City
Delaware City has several important historical places. These places are so special that they are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are protected because of their historical value.
Some of these historic spots include:
- The Delaware City Historic District, which is a whole area with many old buildings.
- Chelsea, a historic home.
- The Eastern Lock of the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal, an important part of the canal system.
- Fairview, another historic property.
- Fort Delaware on Pea Patch Island, a fort used during the Civil War.
Where is Delaware City?
Delaware City is located at a specific point on the map: 39.5778901 degrees North and 75.5888150 degrees West.
The city covers a total area of about 1.3 square miles (3.4 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part (about 0.1 square miles or 0.26 square kilometers) being water.
Population Changes in Delaware City
The number of people living in Delaware City has changed over many years. Here's a look at how the population has grown and shrunk since the mid-1800s:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1850 | 911 | — | |
| 1860 | 1,355 | 48.7% | |
| 1870 | 1,059 | −21.8% | |
| 1880 | 1,085 | 2.5% | |
| 1890 | 969 | −10.7% | |
| 1900 | 1,132 | 16.8% | |
| 1910 | 1,132 | 0.0% | |
| 1920 | 1,064 | −6.0% | |
| 1930 | 1,005 | −5.5% | |
| 1940 | 1,163 | 15.7% | |
| 1950 | 1,363 | 17.2% | |
| 1960 | 1,658 | 21.6% | |
| 1970 | 2,024 | 22.1% | |
| 1980 | 1,858 | −8.2% | |
| 1990 | 1,682 | −9.5% | |
| 2000 | 1,453 | −13.6% | |
| 2010 | 1,695 | 16.7% | |
| 2020 | 1,885 | 11.2% | |
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In 2000, there were 1,453 people living in Delaware City. The city had 567 households, and 395 of these were families. About 31.6% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average age of people in the city in 2000 was 38 years old.
What is the Economy Like in Delaware City?
Delaware City is located near the Delaware City Oil Refinery. This refinery belongs to a company called PBF Energy.
Fun Things to Do in Delaware City
Delaware City offers some unique entertainment. For example, Fort DuPont State Park is home to the Diamond State Base Ball Club. This team plays "vintage base ball," which means they play baseball using the old rules and styles from the past. They usually play several games at Fort DuPont each year. They also play at Fort Delaware on Pea Patch Island and in nearby Port Penn, Delaware. The Diamond State Base Ball Club is a group that helps its members stay fit, teaches people about baseball history, and makes the community proud.
Education in Delaware City
Students in Delaware City attend schools within the Colonial School District. The high school for students in this area is William Penn High School.
Getting Around Delaware City
Transportation
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Delaware Route 9 is the main road that goes through Delaware City. It runs through the city on 5th Street. South of the city, DE 9 crosses over the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal on the Reedy Point Bridge. North of Delaware City, DE 9 connects with Delaware Route 72. Route 72 can take you to other major roads like U.S. Route 13 and Delaware Route 1.
If you need to travel by bus, DART First State provides bus service to Delaware City on Route 44. This route goes north to the Christiana Mall.
Delaware City is also important for boats because it's at the east end of the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal. This canal lets boaters travel between the Delaware River to the east and the Chesapeake Bay to the west.
There's also the Forts Ferry Crossing. This is a passenger ferry that takes people from Delaware City to Fort Delaware on Pea Patch Island and even to Fort Mott in New Jersey.
Utilities
The city has many services that help it run smoothly. Delmarva Power provides electricity and natural gas to homes and businesses. The city owns the water system, but it's managed by Artesian Water Company. Sewer services are handled by New Castle County. Trash collection is done by Waste Industries, and the city itself takes care of recycling. For internet and TV, residents can choose between Atlantic Broadband and Verizon. Verizon also provides most of the telephone service.
Famous People from Delaware City
Some notable people have come from Delaware City, including:
- Nana Akosah-Bempah, a soccer player.
- Lt. Gen. Eugene Reybold, a high-ranking officer in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers during World War II.
- John E. Rickards, who was the first Lieutenant Governor and second Governor of Montana.
- Bill Press, a political commentator and former candidate for Senator of California.
See also
In Spanish: Delaware City para niños
