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Harrington, DE

Delaware · Caroline County

Harrington is a small town in Delaware with a population of 3,805. Residents earn $72,606 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,805 Population 1,399/sq mi density
$72,606 Median Income $31,534 per capita
$222,100 Home Value $268,986 Zillow
$1,136 Median Rent 30.6% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
958 Violent Crime/100K 2,108 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$72,606 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$222,100 home value, $1,136/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
958 violent crimes/100K (152% above avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $72,606
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $222,100
21% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 958/100K
152% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,136
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

How Harrington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,805
Median Age30.7 yrs
Density1,399/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans12.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,606
Per Capita$31,534
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$1,590M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$222,100
Rent$1,136
Ownership62.6%
Zillow$268,986
Housing Units1,499
Rent Burden30.6%

Crime

F
Violent958/100K
Property2,108/100K
Murder54.8/100K
Assault657/100K
Burglary329/100K

Health

Obesity43.3%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking14.1%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+14.4%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute26 min
Broadband88.3%
EV Stations2
Libraries3

Is Harrington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harrington receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Harrington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harrington is $72,606, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harrington is $222,100, 21% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,136 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 958 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,108 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Harrington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Harrington has a population of 3,805 with a density of 1,399 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age is 30.7 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.8% female and 44.2% male. The city is predominantly White (72.7%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 13.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.3% of residents, while 9.7% speak Spanish. 12.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.9% of residents have a disability. 93.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,805
Total Population
1,399
People / sq mi
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Harrington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.3%
15% above US avg
Spanish 9.7%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Harrington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harrington is $72,606, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,534 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,034, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 732 business establishments, including 37 restaurants. The cost of living index is 99.8, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 9.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Harrington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,606
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,534
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$61,309
Gini Index0.457 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)732
County GDP$1,590M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare47
Retail85
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,864
10% above US avg
Cost of Living99.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Harrington is $222,100, 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $268,986, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,136 (2% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,250 for a one-bedroom to $1,560 for a two-bedroom apartment. 62.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,499 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1969. The average annual property tax is $3,864. 30.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$222,100
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$268,986
Median List Price$298,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$298,000
$/Sq Ft$232
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,136
2% below US avg
Rent Burden30.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,205
1 Bedroom$1,250
2 Bedrooms$1,560
3 Bedrooms$1,990
4 Bedrooms$2,293

Ownership & Property

Homeownership62.6%
Owner-Occupied62.6%
Renter-Occupied37.4%
Housing Units1,499
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,864
10% above US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
In Harrington, 43.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 34.9% have high blood pressure. 14.1% are current smokers. 14.5% report binge drinking. 29.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 24.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.2% experience frequent mental distress. 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,339. The dentist ratio is 1:1,454. 22.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Harrington vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma13.0%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep41.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,339
Dentists1:1,454
Mental Health1:1,461
Checkup Rate80.4%
Dental Visits60.8%
Premature Death10,061/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access22.4%
Healthcare Facilities47
Harrington has a violent crime rate of 958 per 100,000 residents, 152% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 657.2 per 100,000, robbery at 164.3, rape at 82.2. The murder rate is 54.8 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,108 per 100,000, 8% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,725, burglary at 329, vehicle theft at 55 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Harrington receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Harrington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent958.4/100K
152% above US avg
Murder54.8/100K
769% above US avg
Rape82.2/100K
Robbery164.3/100K
Assault657.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,108.4/100K
8% above US avg
Burglary328.6/100K
Theft1,725.1/100K
Vehicle Theft54.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents81
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Harrington experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density1,399/sq mi
Coordinates38.9241°N, 75.5718°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCaroline County County
Nearest AirportCambridge-Dorchester Regional (CGE)
36 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.3"
22% above US avg
Snowfall 12.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.29"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.03"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score45.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability58.7 / 100
Community Resilience56.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.2. Most recent: M2.6 on Feb 9, 2023.

Oct 23, 1990 3 km W of Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey M3.2 66 km
Nov 14, 1997 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania M3.0 148 km
Jul 1, 2009 3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey M2.8 80 km
Mar 15, 1993 5 km W of Columbia, Maryland M2.7 119 km
Oct 28, 1994 1 km E of Mount Vernon, Maryland M2.7 98 km
Mar 11, 1995 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania M2.7 149 km
Jan 25, 2015 4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania M2.6 120 km
Jan 13, 1990 6 km ENE of Eldersburg, Maryland M2.6 126 km
Jun 25, 2021 2 km SE of Woodlawn, Maryland M2.6 107 km
Jul 5, 1996 2 km NW of Chester Heights, Pennsylvania M2.6 110 km
Feb 9, 2023 29 km E of Greenbackville, Virginia M2.6 109 km
Mar 10, 1993 3 km WSW of Columbia, Maryland M2.5 118 km
Feb 26, 1993 2 km SW of Marlton, New Jersey M2.5 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Arthur (2014, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2014 Arthur Category 1 233 km
2012 Sandy Category 1 217 km
2011 Irene Category 1 104 km
1999 Floyd Category 1 241 km
1998 Bonnie Category 1 271 km
1993 Emily Category 3 261 km
1991 Bob Category 3 214 km
1986 Charley Category 1 173 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 110 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

268 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 7 fatalities, 152 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 1, 2023 EF3 20 km 1
Sep 1, 2021 EF3 88 km 0
Apr 28, 2002 EF3 85 km 0
Jul 27, 1994 EF3 91 km 0
Jun 9, 1961 EF3 96 km 0
Apr 28, 1961 EF3 83 km 0
Sep 1, 2021 EF2 89 km 0
Aug 4, 2020 EF2 93 km 0
Aug 4, 2020 EF2 55 km 0
Aug 4, 2020 EF2 21 km 0
Apr 15, 2019 EF2 39 km 0
Jul 23, 2017 EF2 67 km 0
Sep 28, 2004 EF2 84 km 0
May 2, 2002 EF2 89 km 0
May 18, 1995 EF2 38 km 0
Jul 27, 1994 EF2 85 km 0
Jul 27, 1994 EF2 60 km 0
Sep 27, 1993 EF2 69 km 0
Jul 31, 1992 EF2 12 km 0
Oct 18, 1990 EF2 95 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1840 PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA Earthquake - - 103 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BESTPITCH (7,743 ac, 2017).

Year Name Acres Distance
2017 BESTPITCH 7,743 70 km
2004 RETAINING ECOLOGICAL HEALTH 5,678 74 km
2014 BLACKWATER MARSH WUI BURNS FY14 5,433 73 km
2005 MARSH RX-FWS 4,380 70 km
2007 GUINEA MARSH 4,173 70 km
2009 DOCTORS CREEK 3,686 70 km
1999 FB R O C I 3,525 74 km
2019 MDBWR-FY19-RX-MDWHS SUPPORT 3,197 73 km
2011 COMPARTMENT J 2,775 73 km
2005 ISLAND CREEK 2,729 70 km
2004 UNNAMED 2,156 71 km
1992 UNNAMED 2,038 69 km
2005 VEGETATION RESEARCH 1,926 67 km
2011 THOROFARE 1,850 68 km
1987 UNNAMED 1,692 73 km
2004 ROBBINS FIRE 1,612 76 km
1988 SLAU BCH 2 1,578 24 km
2020 SPLIT DITCH 1,518 60 km
2004 BLACKWATER HAZARD FUEL REDUCTION 1,518 72 km
2020 BIG TIMBER 1,434 99 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (1°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 3.0 in Driest
March 44°F (7°C) 4.3 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
May 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in
June 72°F (22°C) 3.6 in
July 77°F (25°C) 4.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 4.3 in
September 68°F (20°C) 4.0 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.3 in
December 39°F (4°C) 3.5 in

Harrington has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 35°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (3.0").

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Harrington is located in Caroline County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 23.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 31% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. 14.4% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67.9% of the vote, a 38.1-point margin. 88.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 47 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.9%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 38.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents81
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.3%
31% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+14.4%
School Test Score5.64
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, adjacent
Population Density1,399/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi
CountyCaroline County County

Services

Broadband Access88.3%
Avg Download Speed97.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed6.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants37
Retail Stores85

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home9.1%
Average costs for common services in Harrington. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $250 ($150-$399)
Specialist Visit $349 ($200-$549)
Urgent Care Visit $200 ($100-$349)
Emergency Room Visit $2,196 ($798-$4,990)
Dental Cleaning $130 ($75-$200)
Dental Filling $250 ($150-$399)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $45 ($25-$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $75 ($50-$120)
Brake Pad Replacement $299 ($150-$499)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20-$75)
New Tires (Set of 4) $599 ($399-$998)
Battery Replacement $200 ($100-$349)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $100 ($60-$150)
Electrician (Per Hour) $90 ($50-$140)
HVAC Repair $399 ($150-$798)
HVAC System Install $6,986 ($3,992-$11,976)
Roof Repair $998 ($399-$1,996)
Roof Replacement $8,982 ($5,489-$14,970)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,497 ($499-$3,493)
Divorce (Contested) $14,970 ($4,990-$29,940)
DUI Defense $4,990 ($1,996-$9,980)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,497 ($798-$2,994)
Will Preparation $499 ($200-$998)
Trust Preparation $2,495 ($998-$4,990)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15-$45)
Women's Haircut $55 ($30-$100)
Hair Coloring (Full) $150 ($75-$250)
Manicure $25 ($15-$45)
Pedicure $40 ($25-$65)
Massage (1 Hour) $80 ($50-$130)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.09 ($2.99-$5.49)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.49 ($2.50-$4.99)
Loaf of Bread $3.79 ($2.50-$5.49)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.49 ($2.99-$6.49)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.49 ($3.99-$7.49)
Rice (per lb) $1.00 ($0.60-$1.80)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $140 ($80-$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $70 ($30-$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $70 ($40-$120)
Internet (Monthly) $70 ($40-$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $65 ($30-$100)
Cable TV (Monthly) $85 ($50-$150)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $200 ($75-$499)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,996 ($1,198-$3,493)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $70 ($30-$130)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.98-$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $100 ($30-$250)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15-$75)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,198 ($599-$2,495)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $998 ($499-$1,996)
After-School Care (Monthly) $399 ($200-$699)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $50 ($25-$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $998 ($399-$2,495)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,475 ($4,990-$29,940)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $60 ($30-$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $100 ($50-$200)
Dog Grooming $60 ($30-$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20-$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter $299 ($150-$499)
Cat Spay/Neuter $200 ($100-$399)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$939
Toddler$680
Preschool$680
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$681
Toddler$553
Preschool$553
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Caroline County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 1,351 98 $38,748 1.46
Construction 1,064 126 $68,343 2.19
Manufacturing 893 28 $62,474 1.18
Transportation & Warehousing 674 35 $64,731 1.72
Accommodation & Food Services 541 37 $21,807 0.64
Agriculture & Forestry 388 33 $44,564 5.19
Other Services 288 70 $55,814 1.03
Finance & Insurance 128 26 $66,185 0.34
Arts & Entertainment 54 10 $22,083 0.35
Mining & Oil/Gas 14 4 $66,763 0.40

Schools in Harrington

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Chipman (W.T.) Middle School Middle 965 52 18.6:1
Lake Forest South Elementary School Elementary 379 32 11.8:1
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Radio Stations near Harrington

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
105.5 WDHA The Rock Of New Jersey rock, the rock of new jersey AAC+ 112 kbps
103.5 & 102.9 The Vault classic rock AAC+ 64 kbps

National Parks Near Harrington

112 national parks and monuments found near Harrington.

ParkTypeFee
3 Forts Ferry State Park Free
Alapocas Run State Park State Park Free
Angola Neck Nature Preserve State Park Free
Angola Neck Preserve State Park Free
Assateague Island National Seashore National Seashore $25
Assateague Sp State Park Free
Assawoman Canal State Park Free
Assawoman Canal State Park Free
Auburn Heights State Park Free
Auburn Heights Preserve State Park Free
Barnes Woods Nature Preserve State Park Free
Beach Plum Island Nature Preserve State Park Free
Bellevue State Park State Park Free
Bethany Beach Canal State Park Free
Big Elk Creek State Park State Park Free
Bill Burton State Park State Park Free
Black Walnut Point Nrma State Park Free
Bohemia River State Park State Park Free
Brandywine Creek State Park State Park Free
Brandywine Park State Park Free
Calvert Cliffs Sp State Park Free
Cape Henlopen State Park State Park Free
Cape Henlopen State Park State Park Free
Cape May Point State Park State Park Free
Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
Cedar Creek Nature Preserve State Park Free
Chesapeake Bay Free
Choptank River Fishing Pier State Park State Park Free
Corsons Inlet State Park State Park Free
Cypress Branch Nrma State Park Free
Deerfield Golf and Tennis Club State Park Free
Delaware Seashore State Park State Park Free
Doe Bridge Nature Preserve State Park Free
Elk Neck Sp State Park Free
Fair Hill Nrma State Park Free
Fenwick Island State Park State Park Free
First State National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Flint Woods Nature Preserve State Park Free
Fork Branch Nature Preserve State Park Free
Fort Delaware State Park State Park Free
Fort Dupont State Park State Park Free
Fort DuPont State Park State Park Free
Fort Mott State Park State Park Free
Fox Point State Park State Park Free
Franklin Point State Park State Park Free
Garrisons Lake Golf Club State Park Free
Golts Ponds Heritage Conservation State Park Free
Great Egg Harbor River Free
Great Marsh Preserve State Park Free
Great Sound State Park State Park Free
Greenwell Sp State Park Free
Gunpowder Falls Sp State Park Free
Gunpowder Falls State Park State Park Free
H. Fletcher Brown Park State Park Free
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park State Park Free
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park State Park Free
Hart-Miller Island Sp State Park Free
Hobbs Property State Park Free
Holts Landing State Park State Park Free
Hudson Park - Deltech Replacement State Park Free
James Branch Nature Preserve State Park Free
Janes Island Sp State Park Free
Janes Island State Park State Park Free
Jonas Green State Park State Park Free
Killens Pond State Park State Park Free
Limited Practical Use Program State Park Free
Love Point State Park State Park Free
Lums Pond State Park State Park Free
Marian R. Okie Memorial Wildlife Preserve at Poplar Thicket State Park Free
Market Square State Park Free
Martinak State Park State Park Free
Matapeake State Park Free
Milburn Landing State Park State Park Free
Murderkill River Nature Preserve State Park Free
North Point Sb State Park Free
North Point Sp State Park Free
North Point State Park State Park Free
Nvf Site State Park Free
Oversee Property State Park Free
Palmer Sp State Park Free
Parvin State Park State Park Free
Pocomoke River Sp State Park Free
Point Lookout Sp State Park Free
Port Penn Interpretive Center State Park Free
Port Penn Natural Area State Park Free
Port Penn Wetlands Trail State Park Free
Rocks Sp State Park Free
Rocky Run Acquisition State Park Free
Sandy Point State Park State Park Free
Sassafrass Nrma State Park Free
Seal Island State Park Free
Sowbridge Branch Nature Preserve State Park Free
St Marys River Sp State Park Free
Stow Creek State Park State Park Free
Sunset Lake State Park Free
Susquehanna Sp State Park Free
Susquehanna State Park State Park Free
Susquehannock State Park State Park Free
The Cannery Lot State Park Free
The Cauffiel Estate State Park Free
The Cleaver House State Park Free
The Hubbs House State Park Free
Thompson Island Nature Preserve State Park Free
Trap Pond State Park State Park Free
Tuckahoe Sp State Park Free
Tuckahoe State Park State Park Free
White Clay Creek State Park State Park Free
Wilmington and Western Railroad State Park Free
Wilmington State Parks State Park Free
Wye Island Nrma State Park Free
Wye Oak Sp State Park Free

Museums in Harrington

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SUSSEX ACDEMY OF ARTS SCIENCESART MUSEUM21150 AIRPORT RD3028563636$4,257,131
AMC MUSEUM FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM1301 HERITAGE RD3026775938$141,049
DELAWARE AVIATION MUSEUM FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM21781 AVIATION AVE3028540244$104,747
DELAWARE STATE POLICE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1425 N DUPONT HWY3027397700$94,319
DOVER ART LEAGUEART MUSEUM3026740402$49,883
BRIDGEVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION102 WILLIAMS STREET3023377600$30,047
HISTORIC CAMDENHISTORIC PRESERVATION$4,800
ANDREWVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BARRATT'S CHAPEL AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3023355544
BOWERS BEACH MARITIME MUSEUMNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM3023351400
DELAWARE MENNONITE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173939745
FEDERALSBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION100 COVEY WILLIAMS ALLEY4109247573
FELTON COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 329
FIRST STATE ANTIQUE TRACTOR CLUBGENERAL MUSEUM
FORT MILES HISTORIC DISTRICTHISTORIC PRESERVATION3027399220
FREDERICA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3023355229
GREATER HARRINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3023983698
HARRINGTON RAILROAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM108 FLEMING STREET3023983698
HISTORICAL VINTAGE CAR CLUB OF DELAWAREHISTORIC PRESERVATION
JOHN DICKINSON PLANTATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION3027393277
JOHNSON VICTROLA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3027445055
MILFORD AQUARIUMZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
MILFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION124 E COMMERCE RD2486857308
OLD DOVERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER323 SOUTH STATE STREET
TREASURES OF THE SEA EXHIBITGENERAL MUSEUM3028565700
WILLIAMSVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Harrington

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
DOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY35 LOOCKERMAN PLAZA0.0352,962
SUSSEX COUNTY DEPT. OF LIBRARIES22215 DUPONT BLVD.0.0233,313
MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY11 S.E. FRONT STREET0.0203,319
KENT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY497 SOUTH RED HAVEN LANE0.0112,789
GEORGETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY123 WEST PINE STREET0.072,243
BRIDGEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY600 SOUTH CANNON STREET0.049,279
HARRINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY110 CENTER STREET0.036,287

Farmers Markets in Harrington

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Capital City Farmers Market126 West Loockerman Street (Loockerman Way Plaza)06/15/2016 to 09/14/2016Wed: 11:30 AM-3:30 PM;Visit
Georgetown Farmers' Market413 South Bedford Street05/20/2015 to 09/16/2015Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Harrington Farmers MarketCommerce St. & Clark St.
Loockerman Way Farmers' MarketLoockerman Way Plaza - Loockerman Street06/18/2014 to 08/27/2014Wed: 11:30 AM-4:30 PM;Visit
Riverwalk Farmers Market5 S. Walnut Street 05/04/2019 to 10/05/2019Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
TS Smith & Sons8887 Redden RdApril to DecemberMon:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM;Tue:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM;Wed:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM;Thu:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM;Fri:8:00 AM Visit

Hotels in Harrington

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Holiday Inn Express & Suites

Restaurants in Harrington

6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

China King
Derby's Bar & Restaurant
Main Street Cafe
Pizza King
Rudy's Diner
Stone's Bar & Grill

Veterinaries in Harrington

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

A. Little Veterinary Clinic

Gas Stations in Harrington

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Royal Farms
Valero

Banks in Harrington

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

M&T Bank
WSFS Bank

Breweries in Harrington

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
16 Mile Brewing CoWinemaking Equipment & Supplies, Bars & Pubs, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Brewery and Bar,413 S Bedford StVisit
Fordham Brewing Co.Food & Drink, Brewery, Breweries1284 Mcd Dr3026784810Visit
Mispillion River BrewingFood & Drink, Breweries, breweries255 Mullet Run St3.024916623E9, 13024916623

Ski Resorts Near Harrington

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Sugarloaf 119.0 14 1,286 $81 November - April - Yes

Pharmacies in Harrington

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
HAPPY HARRY'S - 11042 2000 MIDWAY DRIVE 302-398-1200
RITE AID - 4924 17069 SOUTH DUPONT HIGHWAY 302-398-4420

Daycare Centers in Harrington

4 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
CHILDREN AND FAMILIES FIRST HEAD START HARRINGTON
112 EAST STREET
HEAD START, LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTER (302) 398-9196 OPEN
DELAWARE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
100 W MISPILLION ST
CENTER BASED, LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTER (302) 398-8945 OPEN
JJ'S LEARNING EXPERIENCE, LLC.
17001 SOUTH DUPONT HIGHWAY
CENTER BASED, LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTER (302) 398-9000 OPEN
WONDER YEARS LEARNING CENTER, LLC
17629 SOUTH DUPONT HIGHWAY
CENTER BASED, LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTER (302) 398-0563 OPEN

Cell Towers in Harrington

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
RT 594 @ RT 13TOWER128
27620 Bloomery Road (81920)GTOWER128
(Woodside site) 114 BRIANS DRTOWER127
700 Old Line Road (76721)LTOWER104
2898 ARTHURSVILLE ROADTOWER67
26289 Barclay Road (83810)LTOWER61
332 DARLING FARM ROAD (81953)MTOWER60
PROGRESS SCHOOL ROAD (83865)MTOWER59
BLANCHARD ROAD (71347)LTOWER58
Route 49 (71324)LTOWER58
4120 Highway One (79195)LTOWER57
ROUTE 12 AND ROUTE 270 (71340)LTOWER56
3101 VERNON ROAD (71343)MTOWER54
8014 BAY ROAD ROUTE 113 (44148)LTOWER47

Fire Stations in Harrington

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Harrington Fire Company20 Clark STVolunteer302-398-8931

Power Plants Near Harrington

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
RACEWAY SOLARSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-75.6P

Bridges in Harrington

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete1922267,277G
SlabConcrete1931281,571F
CulvertConcrete1974381,469G
CulvertConcrete201223531G
CulvertConcrete202224189G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel192834176F

Superfund Sites Near Harrington

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
KRAFT FOODS INC.1250 WEST NORTH STREETKENT

Airports Near Harrington

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cape May County AirportWWDMedium Airport
Dover Civil Air Terminal/Dover Air Force BaseDOVMedium Airport
Millville Municipal AirportMIVMedium Airport
Ocean City Municipal AirportOCEMedium Airport
Phillips Army Air FieldAPGMedium Airport
Salisbury Ocean City Wicomico Regional AirportSBYMedium Airport
Albanna Aviation Airport-Small Airport
Alliance Airport-Small Airport
Arcadia Farms Airport-Small Airport
Ashland Landing Farm Airport-Small Airport
B J Farms Airport-Small Airport
Barren Creek Field Airport-Small Airport
Beaven Field-Small Airport
Belfair Airport-Small Airport
Bennett Airport-Small Airport
Big Oak Farm Airport-Small Airport
Blews Airport-Small Airport
Breezecroft Airport-Small Airport
Bucks Airport-Small Airport
Bunting's Field-Small Airport
Cambridge Dorchester AirportCGESmall Airport
Carey Field-Small Airport
Castle Haven Airport-Small Airport
Cecil County Airport-Small Airport
Chandelle Airport-Small Airport
Chorman Airport-Small Airport
Church Hill Airport-Small Airport
Conquest Field-Small Airport
Coombs Airport-Small Airport
Cromwell Farm Airport-Small Airport
D'Angelo Airport-Small Airport
Dave's Aerodrome-Small Airport
Delaware Airpark-Small Airport
Delaware Coastal AirportGEDSmall Airport
Delmarvair Airport-Small Airport
Dileo Field-Small Airport
Doyle's Airport-Small Airport
Drummond Airport-Small Airport
Duffy's Airport-Small Airport
Eagle Crest-Hudson Airport-Small Airport
Easton Airport / Newnam FieldESNSmall Airport
Emmanuel Airport-Small Airport
Ennis Aerodrome-Small Airport
Ewing Airport-Small Airport
Flying Acres Airport-Small Airport
Free Spirit Airport-Small Airport
Full Throttle Farm Airport-Small Airport
G W Farm Airport-Small Airport
Halka Nurseries Airport-Small Airport
Harford County Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Harrington

19 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bridgeville Police Department105 South Main Street
Camden Police Department
Caroline County Sheriff's Department9305 Double Hills Road
Delaware State Police Troop 3
Delaware State Police Troop 59265 Public Safety Way
Delaware State Police, Troop 33759 South State Street
Dover Police Department
Dover Police Department400 South Queen Street
Ellendale Police Department300 McCaulley Avenue
Felton Police Department
Felton Police Dept.24 Sewell Street
Frederica Police Department14 East David Street
Geenwood Police Department100 West Market Street
Georgetown Police Department335 North Race Street
Greensboro Police Station104 East Sunset Avenue
Harrington Police Department
Kent County Sheriff's Department38 The Green
Milford Police Department
Wyoming Police Department

Grocery Stores in Harrington

8 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Bylers Store Inc/HarringtonSuper Store1 Liberty Plz
Dollar General 2427Other17069 S Dupont Hwy
Family Dollar 1162Other17092 S Dupont Hwy
Food Lion 1528Supermarket2004 Midway Dr
Royal Farms 121Convenience Store7250 Milford Harrington Hwy
Shore Stop 257Convenience Store16381 S Dupont Hwy
Twisted Steel Cattle Co. LlcFarmers and Markets14255 S Dupont Hwy
Walgreens 11756Other17248 S Dupont Hwy

Post Offices in Harrington

0 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress

Treatment Centers in Harrington

13 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
American Treatment Network - Dover OTPSubstance Abuse877-286-5115
Brandywine Counseling and - Community Services Inc (BCCS)Substance Abuse302-217-5168
Corsica River Mental Health ServicesBoth410-758-2211
Dover Comprehensive Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse302-504-8500 x114
La Red Health CenterBoth302-855-1233 x1250
Mind and Body ConsortiumBoth302-674-2380 x1218
SaVida HealthSubstance Abuse302-608-6085
Serenity PlaceSubstance Abuse302-730-0800
Shalom HouseSubstance Abuse302-730-0800
Shalom HouseSubstance Abuse302-730-0800
Thresholds IncSubstance Abuse302-856-1835
UHS of Dover LLCBoth302-747-1145
Westside Family HealthcareBoth302-678-4622

DOL Wage Violations in Harrington

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $40,019 in back wages owed to 80 employees.

5
Violations
$40,019
Back Wages Owed
80
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
BW Electric, Inc. - - 19952 - 1 $20,068 $627 32
Wilson Masonary Company - - 19952 - 1 $11,108 $444 25
Gulab Management, Inc. - - 19952 - 1 $5,594 $466 12
Ron's Mobile Home Sales - - 19952 - 1 $2,796 $280 10
Schiff Transport - - 19952 - 1 $452 $452 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Harrington

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CALVARY WESLEYAN CHURCH240 DELAWARE AVE
DELMARVA GOSPEL MUSIC ASSOCIATION1086 JACKSON DITCH RD
FIRST EPISCOPAL DISTRICT MINISTRERIAL EDUCATION FUND INC113 DORMAN ST
FOUNDRY INC17 HOGTOWN RD
GREATER LIFE INTERNATIONAL MINISTRY INC16953 S DUPONT HWY
HARRINGTON BAPTIST CHURCH111 E LIBERTY ST
HEAVENS SAINTS MOTORCYCLE MINISTRY4231 CANTERBURY RD
INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS OF CHURCHES MINISTERS105 W LIBERTY ST
LAKE FOREST CHURCH ASSOCIATION INCPO BOX 101
POWER IN PRAISE MINISTRIES14 CLARK ST
ST PAUL AME CHURCH103 W MISPILLION ST
WORD ALIVE FAMILY WORSHIP CENTERMINISTRIES INC15510 S DUPONT HWY

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
1
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Frequently Asked Questions About Harrington

What is the population of Harrington?

Harrington has a population of 3,805 residents and is located in Delaware. The population density is 1,399 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.8% female and 44.2% male.

Is Harrington expensive to live in?

Harrington has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 99.8 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $72,606, 3% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $222,100 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,136 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Harrington safe?

Public safety is a concern in Harrington, with a violent crime rate of 958 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,108 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Harrington receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Harrington?

Harrington has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.3 inches, with 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Harrington?

Harrington has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,034. There are 732 business establishments in the area, including 37 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 9.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Harrington?

The median home value in Harrington is $222,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $268,986. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,136. Fair market rent is $1,250 for a 1-bedroom and $1,560 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 62.6%. The average annual property tax is $3,864.

How are the schools in Harrington?

Schools in Harrington score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 23.3% of adults in Harrington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. 14.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Harrington?

The obesity rate in Harrington is 43.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.1% of adults are smokers. 29.8% are physically inactive. 24.6% of residents report depression. 9.4% lack health insurance. 22.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,339.

What is transportation like in Harrington?

The average commute in Harrington is 26 minutes. 82.2% of workers drive alone to work, 1.6% use public transit, and 9.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Harrington?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Harrington is 72.7% White, 13.8% Black or African American, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino. 90.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.7% speak Spanish. 12.5% of the population are military veterans. 11.9% of residents have a disability. 93.6% have health insurance coverage.

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