South Bethany, DE

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South Bethany Overview

490
TOTAL POPULATION
281
MALE POPULATION
209
FEMALE POPULATION
134.45
MALES / 100 FEMALES
74.38
FEMALES / 100 MALES
69.6
MEDIAN AGE
1.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
1.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$104,454
PER CAPITA INCOME
$107,500
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$106,840
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
45.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
54.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
150
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
30.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

South Bethany Area Codes

Race in South Bethany

The most populous races in South Bethany are White / Caucasian (409 | 83.5%), Two or more Races (72 | 14.7%), and Native / Alaskan (6 | 1.2%).
Race in South Bethany
Race# Population% Population
Asian10.2%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino40.8%
Native / Alaskan61.2%
White / Caucasian40983.5%
Two or more Races7214.7%
Some other Race20.4%
Total490100.0%

Ancestry in South Bethany

The most populous ancestries reported in South Bethany are German (136 | 27.8%), Irish (103 | 21.0%), English (89 | 18.2%), British (79 | 16.1%), and Italian (70 | 14.3%), together accounting for 97.4% of all South Bethany residents.
Ancestry in South Bethany
Ancestry# Population% Population
American122.5%
Arab30.6%
Armenian20.4%
Austrian10.2%
Belgian30.6%
British7916.1%
Central American30.6%
Cherokee61.2%
Croatian20.4%
Czech10.2%
Czechoslovakian20.4%
Danish10.2%
Dutch51.0%
Eastern European40.8%
Egyptian20.4%
English8918.2%
European122.5%
French214.3%
French Canadian71.4%
German13627.8%
Guatemalan10.2%
Honduran20.4%
Hungarian40.8%
Indian (Asian)10.2%
Irish10321.0%
Italian7014.3%
Lebanese10.2%
Lithuanian20.4%
Polish214.3%
Puerto Rican10.2%
Russian122.5%
Scotch-Irish30.6%
Scottish142.9%
Slovak40.8%
Swedish173.5%
Swiss71.4%
Ukrainian10.2%
Welsh61.2%
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Immigrants in South Bethany

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in South Bethany came from Central America (5 | 1.0%), Latin America (5 | 1.0%), Europe (3 | 0.6%), Eastern Europe (2 | 0.4%), and Honduras (2 | 0.4%), together accounting for 3.5% of all South Bethany residents.
Immigrants in South Bethany
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia10.2%
Central America51.0%
Denmark10.2%
Eastern Europe20.4%
Europe30.6%
Guatemala10.2%
Honduras20.4%
Hungary20.4%
Israel10.2%
Latin America51.0%
Northern Europe10.2%
Panama20.4%
Western Asia10.2%
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Sex and Age in South Bethany

Sex and Age in South Bethany

The most populous age groups in South Bethany are 70 to 74 Years (98 | 34.9%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (45 | 21.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in South Bethany
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)2 (1.0%)
15 to 19 Years2 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years1 (0.4%)5 (2.4%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)7 (3.4%)
35 to 39 Years6 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Years1 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 49 Years5 (1.8%)3 (1.4%)
50 to 54 Years2 (0.7%)7 (3.4%)
55 to 59 Years24 (8.5%)27 (12.9%)
60 to 64 Years46 (16.4%)45 (21.5%)
65 to 69 Years38 (13.5%)32 (15.3%)
70 to 74 Years98 (34.9%)24 (11.5%)
75 to 79 Years27 (9.6%)29 (13.9%)
80 to 84 Years12 (4.3%)14 (6.7%)
85 Years and over19 (6.8%)14 (6.7%)
Total281 (100.0%)209 (100.0%)

Families and Households in South Bethany

Median Family Size in South Bethany

The median family size in South Bethany is 1.83 persons per family, with single female/mother families (6 | 2.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.67 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (212 | 96.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 1.80 persons per family.
Median Family Size in South Bethany
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple212 (96.4%)1.80
Single Male/Father2 (0.9%)2.50
Single Female/Mother6 (2.7%)2.67
Total Families220 (100.0%)1.83

Median Household Size in South Bethany

The median household size in South Bethany is 1.62 persons per household, with single female/mother households (6 | 2.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.67 persons per household. non-family households (82 | 27.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.06 persons per household.
Median Household Size in South Bethany
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple212 (70.2%)1.80
Single Male/Father2 (0.7%)2.50
Single Female/Mother6 (2.0%)2.67
Non-family82 (27.2%)1.06
Total Households302 (100.0%)1.62

Household Size by Marriage Status in South Bethany

Out of a total of 302 households in South Bethany, 220 (72.9%) are family households, while 82 (27.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 206, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 77.
Household Size by Marriage Status in South Bethany
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-77 (25.5%)
2-Person Households206 (68.2%)5 (1.7%)
3-Person Households14 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total220 (72.9%)82 (27.2%)

Female Fertility in South Bethany

Fertility by Age in South Bethany

Female Fertility by Age in South Bethany
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in South Bethany

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in South Bethany
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in South Bethany

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in South Bethany
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in South Bethany

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in South Bethany
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in South Bethany

Income Overview in South Bethany

Per Capita Income in South Bethany is $104,454, while median incomes of families and households are $107,500 and $106,840 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income490$104,454
Median Family Income220$107,500
Mean Family Income220$192,752
Median Household Income302$106,840
Mean Household Income302$168,100
Income Deficit220$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)49045.58%
Wage / Income Gap ($)49054.42¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4900.45

Earnings by Sex in South Bethany

Average Earnings in South Bethany are $63,333, $103,750 for men and $56,458 for women, a difference of 45.6%.
Earnings by Sex in South Bethany
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male97 (54.5%)$103,750
Female81 (45.5%)$56,458
Total178 (100.0%)$63,333

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in South Bethany

The most common earnings brackets in South Bethany are $100,000+ for men (50 | 51.5%) and $100,000+ for women (22 | 27.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in South Bethany
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less11 (11.3%)6 (7.4%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)7 (8.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4992 (2.1%)5 (6.2%)
$7,500 to $9,9992 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)3 (3.7%)
$12,500 to $14,9995 (5.1%)2 (2.5%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9992 (2.1%)1 (1.2%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9992 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9992 (2.1%)6 (7.4%)
$30,000 to $34,9992 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)4 (4.9%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9993 (3.1%)2 (2.5%)
$50,000 to $54,9995 (5.1%)1 (1.2%)
$55,000 to $64,9996 (6.2%)12 (14.8%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)3 (3.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9995 (5.1%)7 (8.6%)
$100,000+50 (51.5%)22 (27.2%)
Total97 (100.0%)81 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in South Bethany

Average earnings in South Bethany are $106,250 for men and $55,417 for women, a difference of 47.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $250,001, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $46,250. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $66,250, while those with graduate degree education have the smallest earnings of $56,042.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in South Bethany
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$46,250$0
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree$108,750$66,250
Graduate Degree$250,001$56,042
Total$106,250$55,417

Family Income in South Bethany

Family Income Brackets in South Bethany

According to the South Bethany family income data, there are 104 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 47.3% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 2 families (0.9%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in South Bethany
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00020.9%
$10,000 to $14,99962.7%
$15,000 to $24,99931.4%
$25,000 to $34,99920.9%
$35,000 to $49,99952.3%
$50,000 to $74,99931.4%
$75,000 to $99,999146.4%
$100,000 to $149,99910447.3%
$150,000 to $199,9992611.8%
$200,000+5525.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in South Bethany

3-person families (14 | 6.4%) account for the highest median family income in South Bethany with $139,167 per family, while 2-person families (206 | 93.6%) have the highest median income of $53,663 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in South Bethany
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families206 (93.6%)$107,326
3-Person Families14 (6.4%)$139,167
4-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total220 (100.0%)$107,500

Family Income by Number of Earners in South Bethany

Family Income by Number of Earners in South Bethany
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners132 (60.0%)$106,354
1 Earner42 (19.1%)$168,750
2 Earners42 (19.1%)$250,001
3+ Earners4 (1.8%)$0
Total220 (100.0%)$107,500

Household Income in South Bethany

Household Income Brackets in South Bethany

With 120 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in South Bethany, accounting for 39.7% of all households. In contrast, only 5 households (1.7%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in South Bethany
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00051.7%
$10,000 to $14,999113.6%
$15,000 to $24,99993.0%
$25,000 to $34,99982.6%
$35,000 to $49,999155.0%
$50,000 to $74,999103.3%
$75,000 to $99,9993411.3%
$100,000 to $149,99912039.7%
$150,000 to $199,999309.9%
$200,000+6019.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in South Bethany

The median household income in South Bethany is $106,840, with the highest median household income of $171,250 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 74 households (24.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 2 households (0.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in South Bethany
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years2 (0.7%)$0
25 to 44 Years4 (1.3%)$0
45 to 64 Years74 (24.5%)$171,250
65+ Years222 (73.5%)$106,250
Total302 (100.0%)$106,840

Poverty in South Bethany

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in South Bethany

With 4.6% poverty level for males and 6.2% for females among the residents of South Bethany, 55 to 64 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 12 males (17.1%) and 8 females (14.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in South Bethany
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years1 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years12 (17.1%)5 (6.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)8 (14.0%)
Total13 (4.6%)13 (6.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in South Bethany

According to the poverty statistics in South Bethany, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in South Bethany
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years1 (100.0%)5 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years6 (85.7%)10 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years58 (82.9%)67 (93.1%)
65 to 74 Years136 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)
75 Years and over58 (100.0%)49 (86.0%)
Total268 (95.4%)196 (93.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in South Bethany

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in South Bethany show that 2.4% or 5 of the total 212 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.4%, comprising of 5 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in South Bethany
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children202 (97.6%)5 (2.4%)
1 or 2 Children5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total207 (97.6%)5 (2.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in South Bethany

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in South Bethany
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)4 (66.7%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)4 (66.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in South Bethany

The poverty data for South Bethany shows that 5 of the married-couple family households (2.4%) and 4 of the single-parent households (50.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (2.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 household (50.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in South Bethany
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children5 (2.4%)4 (50.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5 (2.4%)4 (50.0%)

Employment Characteristics in South Bethany

Employment by Class of Employer in South Bethany

Among the 138 employed individuals in South Bethany, private company employees (98 | 71.0%), self-employed (incorporated) (19 | 13.8%), and local government employees (7 | 5.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in South Bethany
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees9871.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1913.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations42.9%
Local Government Employees75.1%
State Government Employees64.3%
Federal Government Employees42.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total138100.0%

Employment Status by Age in South Bethany

According to the labor force statistics for South Bethany, out of the total population over 16 years of age (488), 30.7% or 150 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.0% or 6 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 6 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.0% or 2 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in South Bethany
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years12 (70.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years38 (74.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years49 (53.8%)4 (8.2%)
65 to 74 Years21 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over10 (8.7%)2 (20.0%)
Total150 (30.7%)6 (4.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in South Bethany

According to labor force statistics for South Bethany, 65.3% of individuals (113) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (173) are in the labor force, with 3.5% or 4 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 85.7% or 12 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 16.7% or 2 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in South Bethany
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma12 (85.7%)2 (16.7%)
College / Associate Degree15 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher86 (66.7%)3 (2.3%)
Total113 (65.3%)6 (3.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in South Bethany

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in South Bethany are Community & Social Service (34 | 23.6%), Management (25 | 17.4%), Education Instruction & Library (19 | 13.2%), Business & Financial (17 | 11.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (11 | 7.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in South Bethany

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in South Bethany, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (90.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (89.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in South Bethany
OccupationMaleFemale
Management16 (64.0%)9 (36.0%)
Business & Financial10 (58.8%)7 (41.2%)
Computers, Engineering & Science10 (90.9%)1 (9.1%)
Computers & Mathematics3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 8 (23.5%)26 (76.5%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
Education Instruction & Library2 (10.5%)17 (89.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment3 (37.5%)5 (62.5%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating2 (20.0%)8 (80.0%)
Health Technologists2 (20.0%)8 (80.0%)
Total (Category)46 (47.4%)51 (52.6%)
Total (Overall)74 (51.4%)70 (48.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in South Bethany are Food Preparation & Serving (7 | 4.9%), and Personal Care & Service (2 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations in South Bethany

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in South Bethany
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving3 (42.9%)4 (57.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Total (Category)3 (33.3%)6 (66.7%)
Total (Overall)74 (51.4%)70 (48.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in South Bethany are Sales & Related (17 | 11.8%), and Office & Administration (11 | 7.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in South Bethany

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in South Bethany
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related14 (82.4%)3 (17.6%)
Office & Administration5 (45.5%)6 (54.5%)
Total (Category)19 (67.9%)9 (32.1%)
Total (Overall)74 (51.4%)70 (48.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in South Bethany are Construction & Extraction (2 | 1.4%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (2 | 1.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in South Bethany

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in South Bethany
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)74 (51.4%)70 (48.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in South Bethany are Production (4 | 2.8%), Transportation (1 | 0.7%), and Material Moving (1 | 0.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in South Bethany

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in South Bethany
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Transportation1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)2 (33.3%)4 (66.7%)
Total (Overall)74 (51.4%)70 (48.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in South Bethany

Employment Industries in South Bethany

The major employment industries in South Bethany include Professional & Scientific (26 | 18.1%), Educational Services (21 | 14.6%), Finance & Insurance (20 | 13.9%), Manufacturing (12 | 8.3%), and Accommodation & Food Services (11 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries in South Bethany

Employment Industries by Sex in South Bethany

The South Bethany industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Enterprise Management (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in South Bethany
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing9 (75.0%)3 (25.0%)
Wholesale Trade1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade6 (60.0%)4 (40.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance15 (75.0%)5 (25.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing5 (55.6%)4 (44.4%)
Professional & Scientific13 (50.0%)13 (50.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services2 (9.5%)19 (90.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance2 (22.2%)7 (77.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services5 (45.5%)6 (54.5%)
Public Administration3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total74 (51.4%)70 (48.6%)

Education in South Bethany

School Enrollment in South Bethany

The most common levels of schooling among the 10 students in South Bethany are college / undergraduate (6 | 60.0%), middle school (2 | 20.0%), and high school (2 | 20.0%).
School Enrollment in South Bethany
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School00.0%
Middle School220.0%
High School220.0%
College / Undergraduate660.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total10100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in South Bethany

Out of a total of 10 students who are enrolled in schools in South Bethany, 1 (10.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 9 (90.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 1 (33.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in South Bethany
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over2 (66.7%)1 (33.3%)
Total9 (90.0%)1 (10.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in South Bethany

Business (139 | 36.0%), education (42 | 10.9%), science & technology (31 | 8.0%), engineering (30 | 7.8%), and social sciences (28 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 386 individuals in South Bethany who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in South Bethany
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics102.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural236.0%
Physical & Health Sciences82.1%
Psychology153.9%
Social Sciences287.2%
Engineering307.8%
Multidisciplinary Studies10.3%
Science & Technology318.0%
Business13936.0%
Education4210.9%
Literature & Languages205.2%
Liberal Arts & History82.1%
Visual & Performing Arts71.8%
Communications82.1%
Arts & Humanities164.2%
Total386100.0%

Transportation & Commute in South Bethany

Vehicle Availability by Sex in South Bethany

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in South Bethany are males with 2 vehicles (42, accounting for 59.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (54, making up 62.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in South Bethany
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle4 (5.6%)4 (6.0%)
1 Vehicle11 (15.5%)4 (6.0%)
2 Vehicles42 (59.2%)54 (80.6%)
3 Vehicles11 (15.5%)4 (6.0%)
4 Vehicles1 (1.4%)1 (1.5%)
5 or more Vehicles2 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total71 (100.0%)67 (100.0%)

Commute Time in South Bethany

The most frequently occuring commute durations in South Bethany are 30 to 34 minutes (22 commuters, 25.3%), 45 to 59 minutes (15 commuters, 17.2%), and 20 to 24 minutes (13 commuters, 14.9%).
Commute Time in South Bethany
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes44.6%
5 to 9 Minutes22.3%
10 to 14 Minutes55.8%
15 to 19 Minutes66.9%
20 to 24 Minutes1314.9%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes2225.3%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes1213.8%
45 to 59 Minutes1517.2%
60 to 89 Minutes22.3%
90 or more Minutes66.9%

Commute Time by Sex in South Bethany

The most common commute times in South Bethany are 40 to 44 minutes (8 commuters, 20.5%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (16 commuters, 33.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in South Bethany
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes4 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes2 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes4 (10.3%)1 (2.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes4 (10.3%)2 (4.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes2 (5.1%)11 (22.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes6 (15.4%)16 (33.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes8 (20.5%)4 (8.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes5 (12.8%)10 (20.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)2 (4.2%)
90 or more Minutes4 (10.3%)2 (4.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in South Bethany

The most frequent times of departure to work in South Bethany are 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (10, 25.6%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (10, 20.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in South Bethany
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM1 (2.6%)2 (4.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM2 (5.1%)6 (12.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM4 (10.3%)10 (20.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM3 (7.7%)4 (8.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM9 (23.1%)9 (18.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (12.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)2 (4.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM4 (10.3%)3 (6.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM10 (25.6%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM4 (10.3%)3 (6.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM2 (5.1%)3 (6.2%)
Total39 (100.0%)48 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in South Bethany

Occupancy by Ownership in South Bethany

Of the total 302 dwellings in South Bethany, owner-occupied units account for 300 (99.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 2 (0.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in South Bethany
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units30099.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units20.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units302100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in South Bethany

Occupancy by Household Size in South Bethany
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household7725.5%
2-Person Household21169.9%
3-Person Household144.6%
4+ Person Household00.0%
Total Housing Units302100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in South Bethany

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in South Bethany
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household209 (99.1%)2 (0.9%)
3-Person Household14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units300 (99.3%)2 (0.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in South Bethany

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in South Bethany
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher239 (99.2%)2 (0.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in South Bethany

Occupancy by Age of Householder in South Bethany
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years20.7%
35 to 44 Years41.3%
45 to 54 Years124.0%
55 to 64 Years6220.5%
65 to 74 Years14849.0%
75 to 84 Years4715.6%
85 Years and Over278.9%
Total302100.0%

Housing Finances in South Bethany

Median Income by Occupancy in South Bethany

Median Income by Occupancy in South Bethany
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied300 (99.3%)$106,806
Renter-Occupied2 (0.7%)$0
Average302 (100.0%)$106,840

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in South Bethany

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in South Bethany
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0003 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9992 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99911 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9993 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9996 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9998 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99915 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99910 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99934 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999120 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more88 (29.3%)2 (100.0%)
Total300 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in South Bethany

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in South Bethany
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3008 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49943 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79974 (24.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $9999 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49914 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99911 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49995 (31.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99925 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more21 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total300 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in South Bethany

Housing Structures in South Bethany

Housing Structures in South Bethany
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached29898.7%
Single Unit, Attached41.3%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total302100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in South Bethany

Housing Structures by Occupancy in South Bethany
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached296 (99.3%)2 (0.7%)
Single Unit, Attached4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total300 (99.3%)2 (0.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in South Bethany

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in South Bethany
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms5 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms27 (9.0%)2 (100.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms80 (26.7%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms188 (62.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total300 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in South Bethany

Housing Structure by Heating Type in South Bethany
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas112 (37.3%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas14 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity159 (53.0%)2 (100.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels15 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total300 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in South Bethany

Household Vehicle Usage in South Bethany
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle8 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle90 (30.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles113 (37.7%)2 (100.0%)
3 or more Vehicles89 (29.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total300 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in South Bethany

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in South Bethany

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units132168
Median Property Value$864,600$571,400
Median Household Income$102,500$50
Monthly Housing Costs$563$21
Real Estate Taxes$1,838$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in South Bethany

Property Value by Mortgage Status in South Bethany
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0002 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9990 (0.0%)2 (1.2%)
$300,000 to $499,9993 (2.3%)76 (45.2%)
$500,000 to $749,99939 (29.5%)21 (12.5%)
$750,000 to $999,99948 (36.4%)24 (14.3%)
$1,000,000 or more40 (30.3%)45 (26.8%)
Total132 (100.0%)168 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in South Bethany

Household Income by Mortgage Status in South Bethany
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0005 (3.8%)5 (3.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99913 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9998 (6.1%)7 (4.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99911 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9995 (3.8%)4 (2.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99922 (16.7%)5 (3.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99930 (22.7%)12 (7.1%)
$150,000 or more38 (28.8%)90 (53.6%)
Total132 (100.0%)168 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in South Bethany

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in South Bethany
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x10 (7.6%)106,910 (63,636.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x7 (5.3%)4 (2.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x12 (9.1%)17 (10.1%)
4.0x or more103 (78.0%)87 (51.8%)
Total132 (100.0%)168 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in South Bethany

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in South Bethany
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8004 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49936 (27.3%)4 (2.4%)
$800 to $1,49990 (68.2%)16 (9.5%)
Total132 (100.0%)168 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in South Bethany

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in South Bethany

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in South Bethany
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years4 (57.1%)3 (42.9%)
45 to 54 Years16 (94.1%)1 (5.9%)
55 to 64 Years136 (95.8%)6 (4.2%)
65 to 74 Years192 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older115 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total480 (98.0%)10 (2.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in South Bethany

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in South Bethany
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in South Bethany

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in South Bethany
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00036 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99931 (96.9%)1 (3.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99914 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99952 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over347 (97.5%)9 (2.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in South Bethany

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in South Bethany
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)4 (57.1%)
45 to 54 Years1 (5.9%)15 (88.2%)
55 to 64 Years9 (6.3%)130 (91.5%)
65 to 74 Years187 (97.4%)168 (87.5%)
75 Years and over115 (100.0%)93 (80.9%)
Total312 (63.7%)427 (87.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in South Bethany

Disability Status by Sex by Age in South Bethany
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years5 (5.9%)5 (6.1%)
65 to 74 Years2 (1.5%)8 (14.3%)
75 Years and over22 (37.9%)13 (22.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in South Bethany

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in South Bethany: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (1.5%)5 (8.9%)
75 Years and over13 (22.4%)9 (15.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in South Bethany: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)1 (1.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (19.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in South Bethany: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)2 (3.6%)
75 Years and over8 (13.8%)7 (12.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in South Bethany: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)3 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)2 (3.6%)
75 Years and over11 (19.0%)7 (12.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in South Bethany: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)2 (3.6%)
75 Years and over4 (6.9%)6 (10.5%)

Technology Access in South Bethany

Computing Device Access in South Bethany

Computing Device Access in South Bethany
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop27791.7%
Smartphone28494.0%
Tablet24079.5%
No Computing Device41.3%
Total302100.0%

Internet Access in South Bethany

Internet Access in South Bethany
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home26387.1%
Cellular Data Only309.9%
Satellite Internet144.6%
No Internet72.3%
Total302100.0%

South Bethany Summary

History

South Bethany is a small town located in Sussex County, Delaware, United States. It is situated on the Atlantic Ocean, just south of Bethany Beach. The town was founded in 1959 by a group of local residents who wanted to create a beach community. The town was incorporated in 1967 and has since become a popular vacation destination.
The area was originally inhabited by the Nanticoke Indians, who were part of the Algonquian-speaking peoples. The Nanticoke were known for their fishing and hunting skills, and the area was a popular spot for them to gather. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 1600s, and the town was officially established in 1763.
The town was originally known as “Little Assawoman”, and was part of the larger Assawoman Bay area. The town was renamed South Bethany in 1959, when it was incorporated.

Geography

South Bethany is located in Sussex County, Delaware, United States. It is situated on the Atlantic Ocean, just south of Bethany Beach. The town is bordered by the Assawoman Bay to the west, and the Indian River Bay to the east. The town is located on a barrier island, and is surrounded by the Indian River, Rehoboth Bay, and the Atlantic Ocean.
The town has a total area of 0.9 square miles, all of which is land. The town has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters.

Economy

The economy of South Bethany is largely based on tourism. The town is a popular vacation destination, and many visitors come to enjoy the beaches, fishing, and other outdoor activities. The town also has a number of restaurants, shops, and other businesses that cater to tourists.
The town also has a number of real estate developments, which provide housing for both permanent residents and vacationers. The town also has a number of marinas, which provide boat slips and other services to boaters.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of South Bethany was 1,060. The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 0.9% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the town was $62,500, and the median income for a family was $71,250. The per capita income for the town was $37,845. About 4.3% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.3% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of South Bethany?
Total Population of South Bethany is 490.
What is the Total Male Population of South Bethany?
Total Male Population of South Bethany is 281.
What is the Total Female Population of South Bethany?
Total Female Population of South Bethany is 209.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in South Bethany?
There are 134.45 Males per 100 Females in South Bethany.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in South Bethany?
There are 74.38 Females per 100 Males in South Bethany.
What is the Median Population Age in South Bethany?
Median Population Age in South Bethany is 69.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in South Bethany
Average Family Size in South Bethany is 1.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in South Bethany
Average Household Size in South Bethany is 1.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in South Bethany?
Per Capita income in South Bethany is $104,454.
What is the Median Family Income in South Bethany?
Median Family Income in South Bethany is $107,500.
What is the Median Household income in South Bethany?
Median Household Income in South Bethany is $106,840.
What is Income or Wage Gap in South Bethany?
Income or Wage Gap in South Bethany is 45.6%.
Women in South Bethany earn 54.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in South Bethany?
Inequality or Gini Index in South Bethany is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in South Bethany?
There are 150 People in the Labor Forcein in South Bethany.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in South Bethany?
30.7% of People are in the Labor Force in South Bethany.
What is the Unemployment Rate in South Bethany?
Unemployment Rate in South Bethany is 4.0%.