Where is Frederica, Delaware, USA?

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Where is Frederica Located? - Frederica is a city located in the Kent County of Delaware, United States. Frederica lies between 31.8315 Degrees North latitudes and 81.6141 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Frederica, Delaware

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

Where is Frederica Located?

Frederica is a city located in the Kent County of Delaware, United States. Frederica lies between 31.8315 Degrees North latitudes and 81.6141 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Frederica city is 1073 people and the city has a total area of 1.74 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Frederica, Delaware Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
CityFrederica
CountyKent County
StateDelaware
State CapitalDover
US RegionSouth
Latitude39.0098°N
Longitude75.4652°W
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Land Area0.78 sq mi
Water Area0.02 sq mi
Total Area0.80 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)774
Population Density992 per sq mi
ZIP Codes19946
Area Code302
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code10-29130
Congressional DistrictDelaware At-Large Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Frederica, Delaware

  • Felton, Delaware - West - 6 mi
  • Camden, Delaware - Northwest - 10 mi
  • Dover, Delaware - North - 12 mi
  • Milford, Delaware - South - 13 mi
  • Harrington, Delaware - Southwest - 15 mi
  • Houston, Delaware - West - 8 mi
  • Bowers, Delaware - Northeast - 9 mi
  • Magnolia, Delaware - North - 7 mi
  • Viola, Delaware - West - 11 mi
  • Lewes, Delaware - Southeast - 38 mi

Driving Distances from Frederica, Delaware

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
FeltonDelaware610 minutes
MagnoliaDelaware710 minutes
HoustonDelaware812 minutes
BowersDelaware915 minutes
CamdenDelaware1015 minutes
ViolaDelaware1118 minutes
DoverDelaware1220 minutes
MilfordDelaware1320 minutes
HarringtonDelaware1522 minutes
LewesDelaware3850 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Frederica, Delaware

ModeDetails
Airport NameDelaware Coastal Airport (nearest public airport)
IATA CodeGED
PortFrederica River public boat access
Major HighwaysDelaware Route 1, Delaware Route 12, Delaware Route 36
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearest Amtrak station is Wilmington, Delaware
Local Bus/Transit ServiceDART First State regional bus service (nearby)
  • Delaware Route 1 is the primary north-south highway connecting Frederica with Dover, Wilmington, and Delaware's beach communities.
  • Delaware Route 12 links Frederica with Felton, Harrington, and western Kent County.
  • Delaware Route 36 provides local access between Frederica, Milford, and nearby communities along the Delaware Bay region.

What are top Places to Visit in Frederica, Delaware

Landmark NameType
Barratt's ChapelHistoric Site
Frederica Historic DistrictHistoric District
Killens Pond State ParkState Park
Bowers BeachBeach
John Dickinson PlantationHistoric Site
Delaware Agricultural Museum and VillageMuseum
Abbott's Mill Nature CenterNature Center
DE Turf Sports ComplexSports Complex
Prime Hook National Wildlife RefugeWildlife Refuge
Tidbury Creek ParkPark

Colleges and Universities in Frederica, Delaware

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Delaware State UniversityPublicUniversityLand-grant research university
Wesley College (DSU Downtown Campus)PublicUniversityLiberal arts and professional studies
Delaware Technical Community College – Terry CampusPublicCommunity CollegeCareer and workforce education
Wilmington University – Dover CampusPrivateUniversityAdult and online education
Lake Forest School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictPublic education serving Frederica

Waterbodies in Frederica, Delaware

Frederica River, Murderkill River, Delaware Bay, Bowers Beach Marsh, Spring Branch, Pratt Branch, Coursey Pond, Killens Pond

Golf Courses in Frederica, Delaware

Jonathan's Landing Golf Club, Maple Dale Country Club, Wild Quail Golf & Country Club, Rookery Golf Club, Southern Meadows Golf Club, Shawnee Country Club

Frederica, Delaware — Key Historical Facts

  • Frederica was established in the eighteenth century as a small port town along the Frederica River, supporting trade and shipbuilding in central Delaware.
  • The town was officially incorporated in 1826 and developed as a commercial center for surrounding agricultural communities.
  • Its location near the Murderkill and Frederica rivers helped support local commerce, fishing, and transportation during the nineteenth century.
  • Several historic buildings within the Frederica Historic District reflect the town's colonial and early American architectural heritage.
  • Today, Frederica is known for its quiet historic character, proximity to Delaware Bay, and convenient access to Dover and Delaware's coastal attractions.

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