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Millsboro, DE
Millsboro · Sussex County · DE 19966
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$248K
Median Price
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Walk Score
7.2/10
Schools
45 min
to Wilmington, DE
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
72/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score58/100
Our Take
Millsboro has affordable homes and decent schools, but it's basically a car‑only town with almost no public transit or nightlife. If you’re a retiree or a family that values low costs, it could work, but commuters or people who like a vibrant local scene will find it lacking.
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The Good
- ✓Median home price $247,700 is lower than many nearby areas
- ✓Good school rating average of 7.2
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Affordable rent at $1,201/month
Real Talk
- !Walk score of 0 means nearly all errands require a car
- !Public transit options are essentially nonexistent
- !Limited dining and nightlife options
- !Commute times to larger employment centers can be long
- $Car insurance and maintenance
- $Parking fees in nearby towns
- $Higher utility costs due to larger homes
Best For
RetireesFirst‑time buyersFamiliesRemote workers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Millsboro, DE
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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