Dewey Beach, Delaware
Dewey Beach: town in Sussex County, Delaware, United States
About
Dewey Beach is a town located in the county of Sussex in the U.S. state of Delaware. Its population at the 2010 census was 341. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 411 inhabitants.
The town was created 45 years ago in 1980.
Quick Facts about Dewey Beach
| Population | 411 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Delaware (United States) |
| County | Sussex County |
| Postal code | 19971 |
| Phone Area Codes | 302 |
| Water as percent of area | 0% |
| Land as percent of area | 100% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.6929,-75.0746 |
| Altitude | 7 feet / 2 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1981 (45 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 05:27:04 (19th April 2026) |
| Population growth | 17.03% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 66℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Dewey Beach is located at 38°41'34"N 75°4'29"W (38.6928900, -75.0746200).
Dewey Beach map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 66. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Dewey Beach
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Dewey Beach increased by 17.03% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 341 | - | census |
| 2011 | 346 | 1.45% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 350 | 1.14% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 355 | 1.41% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 362 | 1.93% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 369 | 1.9% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 376 | 1.86% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 384 | 2.08% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 392 | 2.04% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 400 | 2% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 411 | 2.68% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Dewey Beach
1John Waples Memorial Playground
122 Dagsworthy St, Dewey Beach, DE 19971, United States View details
Phone: +13022276363 | Website available
2Alley Oop Skim
1904 Coastal Hwy, Dewey Beach, DE 19971, United States View details
Phone: +13022277087 | Website available
Where to Eat in Dewey Beach
1Hyatt Place Dewey Beach
1301 Coastal Hwy, Dewey Beach, DE 19971, United States View details
Phone: +13028649100 | Website available
People born in Dewey Beach (1)
American association football player Lydia Hastings was born in Dewey Beach
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Dewey Beach, DE. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 130837 | Margaret H Rollins School of Nursing at Beebe Medical Center | Lewes (DE) | 19958 |
Nearby Transit Stations (12)
Rail and bus stations connected to Dewey Beach, DE. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCP | Ocean Pines, MD | 11011 Manklin Creek Road | BUS |
| OCM | Ocean City, MD | 12848 Ocean Gateway | BUS |
| SLY | Salisbury, Maryland | 350 Cypress St. | BUS |
| SLS | Salisbury (BayRunner Shuttle), Maryland | 547E Riverside Drive | BUS |
| DVR | Dover, Delaware | 716 South Governors Ave | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Dewey Beach.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Rehoboth Beach Post Office | Rehoboth Beach (DE) | 19971 |
Other cities in Sussex County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Sussex County , DE. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Milford | 12,278 | City in Kent and Sussex counties, Delaware, United States of America |
| Seaford | 8,246 | City in Delaware, United States |
| Georgetown | 7,797 | Town in Sussex County, Delaware, United States |
| Millsboro | 4,665 | Town of the United States |
| Laurel | 4,511 | Town in Sussex County, Delaware, USA |
| Lewes | 3,417 | City in Sussex County, Delaware, United States of America |
| Milton | 3,129 | Town in Delaware, USA |
| Selbyville | 2,617 | Town in Delaware, United States |
| Bridgeville | 2,440 | Town in Delaware |
| Ocean View | 2,245 | City in Sussex County, Delaware, United States |
| Long Neck | 1,980 | Census designated place |
| Delmar | 1,879 | Town in Sussex County, Delaware, United States |
| Rehoboth Beach | 1,592 | City in Sussex County, Delaware, United States |
| Blades | 1,498 | Town of the United States |
| Bethany Beach | 1,283 | Town in Delaware |
| Greenwood | 1,175 | Town in Sussex County, Delaware, United States |