Laurel, Delaware is a small town located in Sussex County. It has a population of 3,886 and a population density of 1,572 people per square mile. Laurel is known for its down-home charm and close-knit community. The area offers a variety of year-round outdoor activities such as hiking at Trap Pond State Park and fishing at the Nanticoke River Wildlife Area. Shopping options in town include local boutiques like Daisy’s Place Boutique or specialty stores such as Dave’s Glass & Mirror Inc. Dining choices range from casual eateries like The Stuffed Pig Deli to sit-down restaurants such as Cascia’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria. Local sports fans can cheer on the Laurel Bulldogs high school teams at their various games throughout the year. Other community organizations include the Laurel Historical Society which often has educational events and workshops for locals to enjoy.
The population in Laurel is 3,886. There are 1,355 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Laurel is 20, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Laurel is 3.1, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Laurel
- 45.9% are married
- 12.2% are divorced
- 24.7% are married with children
- 37.7% have children, but are single
Race in Laurel
- 35.0% are White
- 47.9% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 11.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 5.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander