Milford

DE

Sussex County, Delaware

Population 256K |Median income $81,497 |4 hospitals

Population
255,626
Sussex County
Median Income
$81,497
+20% vs avg
Median Home Value
$382,600
+68% vs avg
Median Age
51.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
256K+27%
Median Income
$81,497+55%
Median Home Value
$382,600+62%
Poverty Rate
10.9%-19%
Unemployment
5.3%-41%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,238/mo
Poverty Rate
10.9% -23% vs avg
Unemployment 5.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 33%
Work From Home 13.4%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 74.1%
African American 9.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.2%
Asian 1.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
43.4%
Obesity
33.8%
Short Sleep Duration
32.5%
Physical Inactivity
27.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.8%
Diabetes
14.2%
Current Smoking
14%
Frequent Mental Distress
13.8%
Binge Drinking
12.8%
Current Asthma
10.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 63.8%
Annual Checkup 83.7%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
9.1%
Stroke
4.4%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
0
★★★
2
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3.7/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
3
TIDALHEALTH NANTICOKE, INC.
SEAFORD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
BEEBE MEDICAL CENTER
LEWES · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
BAYHEALTH HOSPITAL, SUSSEX CAMPUS
MILFORD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Milford Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Valdez Narrows Through Tuesday

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Coastal Flood Warning Issued for Anne Arundel County Shoreline Through Monday Night

NOAA · 12h ago
Flood Warnings

Environment Agency Issues Flood Alert for Upper River Ems Valley in West Sussex

Environment Agency · 1d ago
Flood Warnings

Groundwater Flood Alert Issued for West Dean, Singleton, and Surrounding West Sussex Areas

Environment Agency · 1d ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Denver-Boulder Area Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1d ago
Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn 'Flood HR' Underway in Sussex Inlet

NSW RFS · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Milford, DE? ▼
Milford, DE has a population of 255,626 people, located in Sussex County, Delaware.
What is the median household income in Milford? ▼
The median household income in Milford, DE is $81,497 per year. The poverty rate is 10.9%.
What is the median home value in Milford? ▼
The median home value in Milford, DE is $382,600. Median rent is $1,238/month.
What are the top health concerns in Milford? ▼
The top health indicators in Milford include High Blood Pressure (43.4%), Obesity (33.8%), Short Sleep Duration (32.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Milford? ▼
Milford has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3.7/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Milford? ▼
The median age in Milford, DE is 51.9 years. 33% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Milford, DE is located in Sussex County, Delaware. With a population of 256K and a median household income of $81,497, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3.7/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Milford area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Sussex County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.