List of towns and cities in Sussex County, Delaware

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Located in the southern part of Delaware, Sussex County is known for its picturesque beaches, including Rehoboth Beach and Dewey Beach, which draw visitors seeking sun, sand, and relaxation. In addition to its coastal attractions, the region boasts historic sites such as the Nanticoke Indian Museum and the Fort Miles Historical Area, highlighting its rich cultural heritage. The area is also home to the Cape Henlopen State Park, offering diverse outdoor recreational activities. Sussex County hosts various popular events such as the annual Bethany Beach Jazz Funeral and the Rehoboth Beach Chocolate Festival, contributing to its vibrant and dynamic community.

Sussex County (DE) Statistics

Number of cities/towns/villages91
Population234,225
Area1,196 sq mi
Density196 /sq mi
Altitude52 ft
Median Household Income$63,000
Poverty rate12%
Unemployment rate5%
Educational Attainment (Bachelor's Degree or higher)28%

Environmental risk in Sussex County, DE

Overall riskRelatively Moderate
Expected Annual LossRelatively Moderate
Social VulnerabilityRelatively Moderate
Community ResilienceRelatively Moderate
Avalanche RiskNot Applicable
Coastal Flooding RiskRelatively High
Cold Wave RiskNo Rating
Drought RiskRelatively Low
Earthquake RiskRelatively Low
Hail RiskVery Low
Heat Wave RiskRelatively High
Hurricane RiskRelatively Moderate
Ice Storm RiskRelatively Moderate
Landslide RiskRelatively Low
Lightning RiskRelatively Moderate
Riverine Flooding RiskRelatively Low
Strong Wind RiskRelatively Low
Tornado RiskRelatively Low
Tsunami RiskInsufficient Data
Volcanic Activity RiskNot Applicable
Wildfire RiskRelatively Moderate
Winter Weather RiskRelatively High

Data obtained from the FEMA National Risk Index.

Sussex County administration contact details

Sussex County administration contact details
Address2 The Circle, Georgetown, DE 19947
County seatGeorgetown
Phone number(302) 855-7700
Official websitehttps://sussexcountyde.gov
County ClerkTodd Lawson
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Find below the complete list of cities and towns in Sussex County:

  • SEAFORD

    Seaford is a City in Sussex county with -10 000 inhabitants.

  • GEORGETOWN

    Georgetown is a Town in Sussex county with -10 000 inhabitants.

  • MILLSBORO

    Millsboro is a Town in Sussex county with -4 000 inhabitants.

  • LAUREL

    Laurel is a Town in Sussex county with -4 000 inhabitants.

  • LEWES

    Lewes is a City in Sussex county with -3 000 inhabitants.

  • MILTON

    Milton is a Town in Sussex county with -3 000 inhabitants.

  • SELBYVILLE

    Selbyville is a Town in Sussex county with -2 500 inhabitants.

  • BRIDGEVILLE

    Bridgeville is a Town in Sussex county with -2 500 inhabitants.

  • OCEAN VIEW

    Ocean View is a Town in Sussex county with -2 000 inhabitants.

  • DELMAR

    Delmar is a Town in Sussex county with -2 000 inhabitants.

  • REHOBOTH BEACH

    Rehoboth Beach is a City in Sussex county with -1 500 inhabitants.

  • BLADES

    Blades is a Town in Sussex county with -1 500 inhabitants.

  • BETHANY BEACH

    Bethany Beach is a Town in Sussex county with -1 500 inhabitants.

  • GREENWOOD

    Greenwood is a Town in Sussex county with -1 000 inhabitants.

  • FRANKFORD

    Frankford is a Town in Sussex county with -1 000 inhabitants.

  • DAGSBORO

    Dagsboro is a Town in Sussex county with -1 000 inhabitants.

  • MILLVILLE

    Millville is a Town in Sussex county with -1 000 inhabitants.

  • SOUTH BETHANY

    South Bethany is a Town in Sussex county with -500 inhabitants.

  • ELLENDALE

    Ellendale is a Town in Sussex county with -500 inhabitants.

  • FENWICK ISLAND

    Fenwick Island is a Town in Sussex county with -500 inhabitants.

  • DEWEY BEACH

    Dewey Beach is a Town in Sussex county with -500 inhabitants.

  • SLAUGHTER BEACH

    Slaughter Beach is a Town in Sussex county with -500 inhabitants.

  • BETHEL

    Bethel is a Town in Sussex county with -500 inhabitants.

  • HENLOPEN ACRES

    Henlopen Acres is a Town in Sussex county with -500 inhabitants.

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