Where is Claymont, Delaware, USA?

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Where is Claymont Located? - Claymont is a city located in the New Castle County of Delaware, United States. Claymont lies between 28.9270 Degrees North latitudes and 82.0038 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Claymont, Delaware

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Where is Claymont?: The Google Map showing the location of Claymont in the U.S. state of Delaware.

Where is Claymont Located?

Claymont is a city located in the New Castle County of Delaware, United States. Claymont lies between 28.9270 Degrees North latitudes and 82.0038 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Claymont city is 9895 people and the city has a total area of 2.15 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Claymont, Delaware Quick Facts

PropertyDetails
Census-Designated Place (CDP)Claymont
CountyNew Castle County
StateDelaware
State CapitalDover
US RegionSouth
Latitude39.8009° N
Longitude75.4599° W
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Land Area4.08 sq mi
Water Area0.04 sq mi
Total Area4.12 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)9,895
Population Density2,425 per sq mi
ZIP Code19703
Area Code302
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC-5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-4)
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code10-15490
Congressional DistrictAt-Large Congressional District

Nearby Cities and Towns to Claymont, Delaware

  • Wilmington, Delaware - 8 mi
  • Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania - 2 mi
  • Trainer, Pennsylvania - 3 mi
  • Chester, Pennsylvania - 6 mi
  • Brookhaven, Pennsylvania - 10 mi
  • Media, Pennsylvania - 14 mi
  • Newark, Delaware - 18 mi
  • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - 22 mi
  • Pennsville, New Jersey - 17 mi
  • Swedesboro, New Jersey - 20 mi

Claymont, Delaware Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Rainfall (in)
January42273.3
April65443.7
July87694.3
October68483.4
Annual664744.5
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate Classification (Köppen)Humid Subtropical (Cfa)
Annual RainfallAbout 44.5 in
Annual Sunshine DaysAbout 206 days
Hurricane/Tornado RiskLow hurricane risk and low tornado risk
SnowfallAbout 13 in annually

Driving Distances from Claymont, Delaware

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
Marcus HookPennsylvania25 min
TrainerPennsylvania310 min
ChesterPennsylvania610 min
WilmingtonDelaware815 min
BrookhavenPennsylvania1020 min
MediaPennsylvania1425 min
PennsvilleNew Jersey1725 min
NewarkDelaware1825 min
SwedesboroNew Jersey2030 min
PhiladelphiaPennsylvania2235 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Claymont, Delaware

TransportationDetails
Airport NameNew Castle Airport
IATA CodeILG
Major AirportPhiladelphia International Airport
Major HighwaysInterstate 95, U.S. Route 13, Philadelphia Pike (DE 92)
Train ServiceSEPTA Wilmington/Newark Line (Claymont Station)
Local Bus/Transit ServiceDART First State and SEPTA bus services
  • Interstate 95 provides fast access to Wilmington, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C.
  • Philadelphia International Airport is approximately 15 miles northeast and offers extensive domestic and international flights.
  • Claymont Station is served by SEPTA Regional Rail, providing commuter service to Wilmington and Center City Philadelphia.
  • DART First State and SEPTA buses connect Claymont with surrounding communities throughout northern Delaware and southeastern Pennsylvania.
  • Claymont is known for its convenient commuter location, waterfront redevelopment projects, and proximity to both Wilmington and Philadelphia.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Claymont, Delaware

Landmark NameType
Archmere AcademyHistoric School Campus
Claymont Stone SchoolHistoric Landmark
Bellevue State ParkState Park
Fox Point State ParkState Park
Claymont Community CenterCommunity Center
First State National Historical ParkNational Historical Park
Rockwood Park & MuseumHistoric Estate and Museum
Brandywine Creek State ParkState Park
Wilmington RiverfrontEntertainment District
Delaware Museum of Nature and ScienceScience Museum

Colleges and Universities in and near Claymont, Delaware

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Widener UniversityPrivateUniversityLaw, engineering, business, and health sciences
Goldey-Beacom CollegePrivateCollegeBusiness, psychology, and information technology
University of DelawarePublicUniversityResearch, engineering, business, and agriculture
Delaware Technical Community College - Stanton CampusPublicCommunity CollegeWorkforce training, healthcare, and transfer programs
Neumann UniversityPrivateUniversityNursing, education, business, and liberal arts

Waterbodies in Claymont, Delaware

Delaware River, Naamans Creek, Brandywine Creek, Shellpot Creek, Christina River, Delaware Bay, Stoney Creek, Red Clay Creek

Golf Courses in and near Claymont, Delaware

Rock Manor Golf Course, Ed Oliver Golf Club, Bidermann Golf Club, Fieldstone Golf Club, Wilmington Country Club, DuPont Country Club, Glen Mills Golf Course, White Clay Creek Country Club

Claymont, Delaware - Key Historical Facts

  • Claymont traces its origins to the seventeenth century when Dutch and Swedish settlers established communities along the Delaware River.
  • The area grew during the nineteenth century as shipbuilding, manufacturing, and rail transportation expanded in northern Delaware.
  • Archmere Academy, established on the historic Archmere estate, became one of Delaware's best-known educational institutions.
  • During the twentieth century, Claymont developed into a residential and industrial community closely tied to nearby Wilmington and the Philadelphia metropolitan area.
  • The community has undergone significant redevelopment in recent years, including improvements around the Claymont Regional Transportation Center and nearby waterfront areas.
  • Today, Claymont is known for its convenient commuter location, historic landmarks, parks, and easy access to employment centers throughout the Delaware Valley.

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