Population & Demographics

Where is Wilmington?

Wilmington, Delaware is located almost at the midpoint of the Boston-Richmond megalopolis. Because of its strategic location, Wilmington has excellent access to the various transportation networks of the eastern seaboard. Wilmington is the largest municipality in the state and the largest on the Delmarva Peninsula.

  • Incorporated: 1731
  • Origin of City Name: Willingtown
  • Current City Charter: Adopted 1739 name changed to Wilmington
  • Form of Government: Council-Mayor

City of Wilmington Census 2010 Data

  • Population: 70,851
  • Median Household Income: $38,517