Bear, Delaware
Bear: census-designated place in Delaware, United States
About
Bear is a CDP located in the county of New Castle in the U.S. state of Delaware. Its population at the 2010 census was 19,371 and a population density of 1,309 people per km². After 0 years in 2010 city had an estimated population of 19,371 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Bear
| Population | 19,371 (2010) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Delaware (United States) |
| County | New Castle County |
| Postal code | 19701 |
| Phone Area Codes | 302 |
| Area | 14.79 km2 |
| Water as percent of area | 0% |
| Land as percent of area | 100% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.6293,-75.6583 |
| Altitude | 69 feet / 21 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 00:10:20 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 1,309 Pop. per km² as of 2010 |
| Population growth | 0% (2010-2010) |
| Weather | 74℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Bear is located at 39°37'45"N 75°39'30"W (39.6292800, -75.6582600).
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Demographics
The population of Bear increased by 0% in 0 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 17,593 | - | |
| 2010 | 19,371 | 9.18% | census |
Best Things to Do in Bear
1Lums Pond State Park
1068 Howell School Rd, Bear, DE 19701, United States View details
Phone: +13023686989 | Website available
2Vulture Skull Lake
Bear, DE 19701, United States View details
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Bear, DE. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 451051 | Academy of Massage and Bodywork | Bear (DE) | 19701 |
Nearby Transit Stations (31)
Rail and bus stations connected to Bear, DE. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| NRK | Newark | 429 South College Ave. | RAIL |
| WIL | Wilmington station | 100 South French Street | RAIL |
| DOW | Downingtown | West Lancaster Ave. and Stuart Ave. | RAIL |
| COT | Coatesville | Third Ave. and Fleetwood St. | RAIL |
| EXT | Exton | 425 Walkertown Road | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Bear.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Bear Post Office | Bear (DE) | 19701 |
Other cities in New Castle County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in New Castle County , DE. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Wilmington | 70,376 | The largest city in New Castle County, Delaware. |
| Newark | 33,849 | City in New Castle County, Delaware, United States |
| Middletown | 23,765 | Town in Delaware, USA |
| Hockessin | 13,527 | Census designated place |
| Claymont | 8,253 | Census-designated place in Delaware |
| North Star | 7,980 | Census designated place |
| Pike Creek | 7,898 | Census designated place |
| Wilmington Manor | 7,889 | Census-designated place in Delaware |
| Elsmere | 5,761 | Town in Delaware |
| Edgemoor | 5,677 | Census designated place |
| New Castle | 5,394 | City in Delaware |
| Brookside | 2,896 | Town in Alabama |
| Townsend | 2,764 | Town in New Castle County, Delaware, United States |
| Delaware City | 1,837 | City in New Castle County, Delaware, United States |
| Bellefonte | 1,166 | Town of the United States |
| Newport | 874 | Town in New Castle County, Delaware, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Bear distances to largest Delaware cities