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Veterans in Delaware
Civilian veterans ages 18 and older, ACS 2020-2024
- Veterans
- 59,557
- 7.4% of adults. U.S. 6.2%
- Women veterans
- 6,746
- 11.3% of veterans
- Age 65 and older
- 32,265
- 54% of veterans
Veterans by age
ACS 2020-2024
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| Age | Veterans | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 18 to 34 | 3,462 | 5.8% |
| 35 to 54 | 10,542 | 17.7% |
| 55 to 64 | 13,288 | 22.3% |
| 65 to 74 | 15,020 | 25.2% |
| 75 and older | 17,245 | 29.0% |
Veterans by county
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| County | Veterans | Share of adults | Women |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kent County | 15,500 | 10.9% | 2,572 |
| New Castle County | 26,290 | 5.8% | 2,762 |
| Sussex County | 17,767 | 8.5% | 1,412 |
Frequently asked questions
- How many veterans live in Delaware?
- The American Community Survey estimates 59,557 civilian veterans in Delaware (2020-2024), or 7.4% of residents 18 and older.
- Which Delaware counties have the most veterans?
- New Castle County (26,290), Sussex County (17,767), Kent County (15,500) have the most veterans.
- Where do veteran population numbers come from?
- They are American Community Survey 5-year estimates of civilian veterans ages 18 and older, from Census table B21001. Estimates have margins of error, especially in small counties.
- Where can veterans find VA services?
- VA medical centers, outpatient clinics and Vet Centers are listed in VA's facility directory, and the Veterans Crisis Line is available by dialing 988 and pressing 1.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, table B21001