Farmington, Delaware facts for kids
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Farmington, Delaware
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Location of Farmington in Kent County, Delaware.
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 Farmington, Delaware
Location in Delaware
Farmington, Delaware
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Delaware |
| County | Kent |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.07 sq mi (0.19 km2) |
| • Land | 0.07 sq mi (0.19 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 92 |
| • Density | 1,260.27/sq mi (488.48/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
19950
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| Area code(s) | 302 |
| FIPS code | 10-25840 |
| GNIS feature ID | 213949 |
Farmington is a very small town in Kent County, Delaware, United States. It is part of the larger Dover, Delaware area. In 2020, the town had a population of 92 people.
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The Story of Farmington
Farmington started out as a settlement called Flatiron in 1855. This happened when a railroad built a station at a busy crossroads. A post office was opened in 1858, helping the community grow.
From 1868 to 1878, Farmington was home to the Farmington Academy. This was a school that helped educate local children. In the 1880s, Farmington was a bit bigger, with about 300 people. It was known for its canning and fruit-evaporating plants. These factories helped process fruits grown in the area.
A special building called the Tharp House was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1973. This means it's an important historical site. The town's original post office closed in 1996. Now, Farmington gets its mail from the Greenwood post office.
Where is Farmington Located?
According to the United States Census Bureau, Farmington is a very small town. It covers about 0.07 square miles (0.19 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the town limits.
Who Lives in Farmington?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 468 | — | |
| 1910 | 255 | — | |
| 1920 | 124 | −51.4% | |
| 1930 | 117 | −5.6% | |
| 1940 | 120 | 2.6% | |
| 1950 | 113 | −5.8% | |
| 1960 | 142 | 25.7% | |
| 1970 | 109 | −23.2% | |
| 1980 | 141 | 29.4% | |
| 1990 | 122 | −13.5% | |
| 2000 | 75 | −38.5% | |
| 2010 | 110 | 46.7% | |
| 2020 | 92 | −16.4% | |
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In 2000, there were 75 people living in Farmington. These people lived in 31 different homes. About 20 of these homes were families. Most of the people living in Farmington were White.
About 22.6% of the homes had children under 18 years old. Many homes (48.4%) were married couples living together. The average home had about 2.42 people. The average family had about 2.76 people.
The ages of people in Farmington varied. About 20% were under 18. About 18.7% were 65 or older. The average age was 42 years old.
Getting Around Farmington
Roads and Rails
No major state highways go directly through Farmington. However, U.S. Route 13 is very close to the eastern side of town. This highway is important for traveling north to Harrington or south to Greenwood.
Main Street is the main road that runs through Farmington. It connects to U.S. Route 13. Outside of town, Main Street becomes Andrewville Road. This road leads west towards Andrewville. A railroad line, called the Delmarva Subdivision, also passes through Farmington.
Electricity and Gas
The company Delmarva Power provides electricity to the homes and businesses in Farmington. Chesapeake Utilities is the company that provides natural gas to the town.
Learning in Farmington
Children in Farmington attend schools within the Woodbridge School District. The main high school for students in this area is Woodbridge High School.
Famous People from Farmington
- Lyman Pierson Powell (born 1866) – He was an Episcopalian priest, a college president, a historian, and an author.
- William Tharp – He served as the 36th Governor of Delaware.
See also
In Spanish: Farmington (Delaware) para niños
