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Milton, Delaware
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House in Milton Historic District
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Location of Milton in Sussex County, Delaware.
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 Milton, Delaware
Location in Delaware
Milton, Delaware
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Delaware |
| County |  Sussex |
| Founded | 1672 |
| Incorporated | March 17, 1865 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.89 sq mi (4.89 km2) |
| • Land | 1.79 sq mi (4.63 km2) |
| • Water | 0.10 sq mi (0.26 km2) |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,291 |
| • Density | 1,842.67/sq mi (711.35/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
19968
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| Area code(s) | 302 |
| FIPS code | 10-48330 |
| GNIS feature ID | 214325 |
| Website | www.ci.milton.de.us |
Milton is a town in Sussex County, Delaware, in the United States. It is located on the Delmarva Peninsula. The town sits along the Broadkill River, which flows into Delaware Bay. In 2020, about 3,291 people lived there.
Milton is part of the quickly growing Cape Region. It is also near the larger Salisbury, Maryland-Delaware Metropolitan Statistical Area. Delaware Route 5 is a main road that goes through Milton.
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History of Milton
Milton is located at the start of the Broadkill River. English colonists first settled this area in 1672. The town was originally called "Head of Broadkiln" in 1763. It became a very important place for building ships.
In 1807, the Delaware Legislature changed the town's name to Milton. This was done to honor the famous English poet, John Milton. On March 17, 1865, the Delaware General Assembly officially recognized Milton as a town.
History and shipbuilding are still very important to Milton. The town has many beautiful Victorian and Colonial-style buildings. Many of these old homes have been carefully restored. You can see some of the best examples on Union and Federal streets.
Milton has 198 buildings that are part of its official Historic District. Important places include the Lydia Black Cannon Museum and the home of Governor James Carey. The Chestnut Street Cemetery and the Governor David Hazzard Mansion are also historic sites. The Hazzard House and Gov. James Ponder House were added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1973. The entire Milton Historic District was added in 1982.
Milton serves both local people and summer visitors. Many family-run businesses are found here. There are also new offices and shopping areas. The town is close to popular beach resorts like Lewes and Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.
Outdoor Activities in Milton
The Broadkill River offers many fun things to do. You can also enjoy Wagamon's Pond, Diamond Pond, and Lavinia Pond. There are public boat docks and fishing piers available for everyone.
A walking path called the Governors Walk follows the Broadkill River in the center of Milton. The Nature Conservancy created a special nature area along the river in 1998. Since As of 2005[update], a canoe and kayak race has been held on the river in Milton every year. The river flows through the Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge before reaching Delaware Bay.
Milton is also home to the Dogfish Head Brewery. This is a well-known company that makes craft beer on the East Coast.
Getting Around Milton
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Most people travel to and from Milton by car. Delaware Route 5 is the main road that goes through the middle of town. For trucks, there is a bypass route called Delaware Route 5 Alternate. This road goes around the busy downtown area.
Delaware Route 16 also passes by the north side of Milton. Delaware Route 30 runs just outside the town to the west. DART First State provides bus service in Milton. Route 303 connects Milton to Dover in the north and Georgetown in the south. The Delmarva Central Railroad has a train line that runs from Milton west to Ellendale.
Geography of Milton
Milton is located along the Broadkill River.
The town covers a total area of about 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2). Most of this area, about 1.1 square miles (2.8 km2), is land. The rest, about 0.1 square miles (0.26 km2), is water.
Milton's Population
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 780 | — | |
| 1870 | 824 | 5.6% | |
| 1880 | 1,026 | 24.5% | |
| 1890 | 1,074 | 4.7% | |
| 1900 | 948 | −11.7% | |
| 1910 | 1,038 | 9.5% | |
| 1920 | 898 | −13.5% | |
| 1930 | 1,130 | 25.8% | |
| 1940 | 1,198 | 6.0% | |
| 1950 | 1,321 | 10.3% | |
| 1960 | 1,617 | 22.4% | |
| 1970 | 1,490 | −7.9% | |
| 1980 | 1,359 | −8.8% | |
| 1990 | 1,417 | 4.3% | |
| 2000 | 1,657 | 16.9% | |
| 2010 | 2,576 | 55.5% | |
| 2020 | 3,291 | 27.8% | |
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In 2000, there were 1,657 people living in Milton. There were 700 households, with 438 of them being families. The population density was about 1,568 people per square mile.
About 31.4% of households had children under 18. The average household had 2.33 people. The average family had 2.90 people. The median age in town was 37 years old. About 24.6% of the population was under 18.
Famous People from Milton
- Jimmie Allen, a country music singer
- Joseph M. Carey, who was the Governor of Wyoming from 1911 to 1915
- David Hazzard (1781–1864), a politician and Governor of Delaware
- Robert G. Houston, a publisher, lawyer, and politician
- James Ponder (1819–1897), a politician and Governor of Delaware
- Bryan Stevenson, a lawyer, activist, author, and law professor. He founded the Equal Justice Initiative.
Education in Milton
Milton is part of the Cape Henlopen School District. The Milton School District joined the Cape Henlopen district in 1969.
There are two elementary schools in Milton: Milton Elementary School and H. O. Brittingham Elementary School.
Cape Henlopen High School is the main high school for the district.
Gallery
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Dogfish Head Brewery in Milton
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Milton Historical Society
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Federal Street in Milton in 2006
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Federal Street Gallery & Espresso Bar
Climate in Milton
In Milton, summers are warm and humid. Winters are very cold, wet, and windy. The sky is partly cloudy throughout the year.
Temperatures usually range from 28 °F (about -2 °C) to 86 °F (about 30 °C). It rarely gets colder than 15 °F (about -9 °C) or hotter than 93 °F (about 34 °C). The best times to visit Milton for warm-weather activities are in June, and from mid-August to early October.
The hot season lasts about 3.5 months, from June 1 to September 17. During this time, the daily high temperature is usually above 77 °F (about 25 °C). July is the hottest month, with an average high of 86 °F (30 °C) and a low of 70 °F (21 °C).
The cold season lasts about 3.2 months, from December 5 to March 10. The daily high temperature is usually below 52 °F (about 11 °C). January is the coldest month, with an average low of 29 °F (about -1.7 °C) and a high of 44 °F (about 6.7 °C).
Rain falls throughout the year in Milton. August usually has the most rain, with about 3.6 inches (9.1 cm). February typically has the least rain, with about 2.6 inches (6.6 cm).
Snow usually falls from December 7 to March 15, for about 3.2 months. February is the snowiest month, with an average of 3.6 inches (9.1 cm) of snow.
The growing season for plants in Milton lasts about 7.3 months (223 days). It usually starts around March 31 and ends around November 9.
See also
In Spanish: Milton (Delaware) para niños
