Millsboro, Delaware facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Millsboro, Delaware
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Location of Millsboro in
Sussex County, Delaware |
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 Millsboro, Delaware
Location in Delaware
Millsboro, Delaware
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Delaware |
| County | Sussex |
| Government | |
| • Type | Council-manager |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.43 sq mi (14.06 km2) |
| • Land | 5.20 sq mi (13.46 km2) |
| • Water | 0.23 sq mi (0.61 km2) |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 6,863 |
| • Density | 1,321.08/sq mi (510.03/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
19966
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| Area code(s) | 302 |
| FIPS code | 10-47940 |
| GNIS feature ID | 214319 |
| Website | www.millsboro.org |
Millsboro is a town located in Sussex County, Delaware, United States. It is part of the Salisbury metropolitan area, which is a larger group of towns and cities.
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A Look Back in Time
Millsboro was first settled by Europeans in the late 1600s. These early settlers came from Virginia. They were looking to cut down the many trees in the area. At one point, there were at least seven lumber mills here. The largest mill employed over 70 workers.
During this first settlement period, Millsboro had stores and churches. It also had a bakery and shops for blacksmiths. Many old cemeteries from this time can still be found.
The town officially began to grow in 1792. This was when Elisha Dickerson built a dam on the Indian River. Before this, the area was known as "Rock Hole." More mills were built, and the town kept growing. Millsboro officially became an incorporated town in 1893.
Before the American Revolutionary War, Millsboro was part of Maryland. The Nanticoke people, a Native American tribe, have lived in Millsboro for a very long time. Many historic buildings and places in and around Millsboro are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important landmarks.
Millsboro holds some interesting weather records for Delaware. On January 17, 1893, the temperature dropped to -17°F (-27°C). This was the coldest temperature ever recorded in the state. On July 21, 1930, it reached 110°F (43°C). This was the hottest temperature ever recorded in Delaware. Millsboro is one of only three cities in the U.S. to have both its state's extreme high and low temperatures recorded there.
Where is Millsboro?
Millsboro is located at 38.5915023 degrees North and -75.2913018 degrees West. It is about 20 miles from the beaches of Delaware and Maryland. It is also close to Salisbury, Maryland. The town is about 10 miles from the Maryland state line.
Growing Economy
Millsboro's economy is growing. In 2020, it was ranked second among Delaware cities. This was for the number of new homes built.
In 2021, PC Magazine recognized Millsboro. They named it one of the top 50 cities in the U.S. and Canada for remote work. This means it's a great place for people who work from home.
How Many People Live Here?
The population of Millsboro has grown quite a bit over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 1,073 | — | |
| 1980 | 1,233 | 14.9% | |
| 1990 | 1,643 | 33.3% | |
| 2000 | 2,360 | 43.6% | |
| 2010 | 3,877 | 64.3% | |
| 2020 | 6,863 | 77.0% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2020, the total population was 6,863 people. The town is home to people from many different backgrounds.
Getting Around
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Millsboro is served by several important roads. These include the four-lane U.S. Route 113. Other major highways are Delaware Route 20, Delaware Route 24, and Delaware Route 30.
The town is located near the start of the Indian River. This gives direct access to the Indian River Bay. From there, you can reach the Atlantic Ocean. Freight trains also serve Millsboro through the Delmarva Central Railroad.
For public transportation, DART First State offers bus service. Route 215 goes to Rehoboth Beach. There is also a microtransit service called DART Connect. This service helps people get around Millsboro and Georgetown.
Learning in Millsboro
Millsboro is part of the Indian River School District. This district serves the educational needs of students in the area.
Famous Faces
Some notable people have come from Millsboro:
- Huck Betts: A Major League Baseball pitcher who played for the Philadelphia Phillies and Boston Braves.
- Richard S. Cordrey: A businessman and politician.
- Dani Dennis-Sutton: A Defensive End for Penn State football.
See also
In Spanish: Millsboro para niños
