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Rehoboth Beach, DE


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Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, in Sussex county, is 53 miles S of Vineland, New Jersey (center to center) and 85 miles S of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The city contains a population of approximately 1,495.

The People and Families of Rehoboth Beach

In Rehoboth Beach, about 42% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Rehoboth Beach, which is home to many people who live alone. Unmarried people abound in the city.

Rehoboth Beach boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Rehoboth Beach had a median family income of $58,558. The typical family in Rehoboth Beach is better off than most in Delaware. The city has a large middle class. Interestingly, lots of people in Rehoboth Beach have Bachelor's degrees (or better). In the city, there is a large number of singles who make a good living.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Rehoboth Beach favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $21,950. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the city.

Rehoboth Beach Housing

Rehoboth Beach has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 78% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. The city sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use.

Commuting

In Rehoboth Beach, 74% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung Rehoboth Beach -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there.

High Points

Rehoboth Beach strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Delaware):

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyRehoboth Beach Walking and Biking to Work
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyRehoboth Beach Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyRehoboth Beach Well-Paid Single Women
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyRehoboth Beach College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Rehoboth Beach Median Family Income
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 12%Rehoboth Beach Short Commute Times
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 13%Rehoboth Beach People in Middle Class or Better
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Rehoboth Beach Low Rate of Poverty

Comparative Profile of Rehoboth Beach, DE

Comparing Rehoboth Beach to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Delaware (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens1010
Age of the Population1010
Well-Paid Single Men1010
Well-Paid Single Women1010
Male Share of the Population68
Female Share of the Population63
Racial Diversity51
Children Under 5 Years Old11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married11
Average Household Size11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults1010
Median Family Income99
People in Middle Class or Better99
People Above Poverty98

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Short Commute Times89
Public Transportation Use85
Working at Home67

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing1010
Affordability of Property Taxes53
Housing Recently Built55
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals53
Affordability of Rents23

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime24
Low Property Crime11

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