Milton, Delaware
Quick Statistics
Milton is a community in Sussex County, Delaware, home to about 3,567 people spread across 1.9 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $33,506 a year, and a typical home is worth about $407,000. About 51.2% of adults hold a college degree, and 90.9% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 38 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Delaware towns GeoStat tracks, Milton ranks number 29 of 79 in population, number 38 in median household income, number 21 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Milton typically top out near 88°F in July, while January nights average about 29°F. The area sees roughly 13 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Ellendale, DE | 6.6 mi. | 760 |
| 2. | Georgetown, DE | 7.2 mi. | 7,660 |
| 3. | Lewes, DE | 9.0 mi. | 3,505 |
| 4. | Slaughter Beach, DE | 9.9 mi. | 408 |
| 5. | Milford, DE | 11.1 mi. | 12,803 |
| 6. | Henlopen Acres, DE | 12.6 mi. | 176 |
| 7. | Millsboro, DE | 12.9 mi. | 7,424 |
| 8. | Rehoboth Beach, DE | 13.0 mi. | 1,370 |
What is the population of Milton, Delaware?
Milton has a population of about 3,567 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Milton, Delaware in?
Milton is located in Sussex County, Delaware.
What is the median home value in Milton, Delaware?
The median home value in Milton is about $407,000, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Milton, Delaware?
The median personal income in Milton is about $33,506 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Milton, Delaware?
Since 1950, 24 tornadoes have been recorded in Sussex County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Milton, Delaware?
Typical July highs run about 88 degrees and January lows about 29 degrees, with around 13 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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