Where is Georgetown, Delaware, USA?

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Where is Georgetown Located? - Georgetown is a city located in the Sussex County of Delaware, United States. Georgetown lies between 27.9095 Degrees North latitudes and 82.7873 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Georgetown, Delaware

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

Where is Georgetown Located?

Georgetown is a city located in the Sussex County of Delaware, United States. Georgetown lies between 27.9095 Degrees North latitudes and 82.7873 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Georgetown city is 7134 people and the city has a total area of 5.02 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Georgetown, Delaware Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
CityGeorgetown
CountySussex County
StateDelaware
State CapitalDover
US RegionSouthern United States
Latitude38.6901°N
Longitude75.3855°W
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Land Area4.15 sq mi
Water Area0.02 sq mi
Total Area4.17 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)7,134 (Census 2020)
Population Density (per sq mi)Approximately 1,719
ZIP Codes19947
Area Code302
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code10-29050
Congressional DistrictDelaware At-Large Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Georgetown, Delaware

  • Milford, Delaware — 16 mi North
  • Lewes, Delaware — 15 mi East
  • Millsboro, Delaware — 14 mi South
  • Seaford, Delaware — 18 mi Southwest
  • Rehoboth Beach, Delaware — 18 mi East
  • Milton, Delaware — 10 mi Northeast
  • Bridgeville, Delaware — 13 mi West
  • Laurel, Delaware — 23 mi Southwest
  • Ellendale, Delaware — 11 mi North
  • Ocean View, Delaware — 22 mi Southeast

Driving Distances from Georgetown, Delaware

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
MiltonDelaware1015 minutes
EllendaleDelaware1115 minutes
BridgevilleDelaware1318 minutes
MillsboroDelaware1420 minutes
LewesDelaware1522 minutes
MilfordDelaware1625 minutes
Rehoboth BeachDelaware1825 minutes
SeafordDelaware1825 minutes
LaurelDelaware2330 minutes
DoverDelaware3950 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Georgetown, Delaware

TransportationDetails
Airport NameDelaware Coastal Airport
IATA CodeGED
PortPort of Lewes (nearby)
Major HighwaysU.S. Route 9, U.S. Route 113, Delaware Route 18, Delaware Route 404
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearest Amtrak station at Wilmington
Local Bus/Transit ServiceDART First State bus service
  • U.S. Route 113 - Primary north-south highway connecting Georgetown with Dover, Milford, and Salisbury.
  • U.S. Route 9 - East-west highway providing access to Lewes, Laurel, and the Delaware Bay region.
  • Delaware Route 18 - Regional route linking Georgetown with Bridgeville and coastal communities.
  • Delaware Route 404 - Major corridor connecting Georgetown with Maryland's Eastern Shore and Delaware beaches.

What are top Places to Visit in Georgetown, Delaware

Landmark NameType
The CircleHistoric District
Marvel Carriage MuseumMuseum
Delaware Aviation MuseumMuseum
Treasures of the Sea MuseumMuseum
Georgetown Train StationHistoric Site
Redden State ForestState Forest
Sports at the Beach ComplexSports Complex
Delaware Coastal Airport Observation AreaObservation Point
Nutter Marvel Carriage MuseumMuseum
Sussex County CourthouseHistoric Landmark

Colleges and Universities in Georgetown, Delaware

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Delaware Technical Community College – Owens CampusPublicCommunity CollegeCareer and transfer education
University of DelawarePublicUniversityResearch and graduate programs
Wesley College (Delaware State University)PublicUniversityLiberal arts and professional studies
Salisbury UniversityPublicUniversityBusiness and health sciences
Indian River School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictPublic education services

Waterbodies in Georgetown, Delaware

Broad Creek, Indian River, Delaware Bay, Rehoboth Bay, Lewes and Rehoboth Canal, Nanticoke River, Pepper Creek, Millsboro Pond

Golf Courses in Georgetown, Delaware

Sussex Pines Country Club, Mulligan's Pointe Golf Club, The Rookery Golf Club, Baywood Greens Golf Course, Heritage Shores Golf Club, Kings Creek Country Club

Georgetown, Delaware — Key Historical Facts

  • Georgetown was established in 1791 as the county seat of Sussex County because of its central location within the county.
  • The town was designed around a circular public square known as The Circle, which remains the heart of the community today.
  • During the nineteenth century, Georgetown became an important center for government, agriculture, and regional commerce on Delaware's Eastern Shore.
  • The arrival of rail transportation helped strengthen the local poultry and agricultural industries, supporting economic growth throughout the region.
  • Today, Georgetown continues to serve as the administrative center of Sussex County while welcoming visitors to its historic downtown, museums, and nearby Delaware beaches.

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