Greenwood Public RecordsDelaware

Greenwood, Sussex County, DE, features a homeownership rate of around 63% with a median home value near $230,000 (2024). Median rent averages $1,250 per month. Housing types include single-family homes and townhouses, mainly in quiet neighborhoods like Greenwood Acres. Over the past year, property values have increased approximately 6%. Sussex County property taxes are relatively low, averaging 0.33% of a home's assessed value. The real estate market is moderately competitive, attracting families and retirees seeking affordability and community charm.

As of the 2020 Census, Greenwood city in Sussex County, DE, had a population of approximately 990. The median age was about 36 years. Gender distribution was nearly even, with 49% male and 51% female residents. Racially, the population was 67% White, 18% Black or African American, 2% Native American, 2% Asian, and 8% reporting two or more races. Hispanic or Latino individuals comprised roughly 14% of the total population.

Greenwood city, Sussex, DE, is served by the Woodbridge School District, which includes Woodbridge High School. The city has 1 public high school, and around 89% of residents hold a high school diploma, while approximately 13% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety is prioritized, with a 7/10 rating on some indices. Adult education opportunities are available through local community programs. The district offers STEM and vocational programs, and Woodbridge High scored 6/10 on GreatSchools. Greenwood’s close-knit community supports quality educational opportunities for students and adults alike.

Greenwood, Sussex, DE, primarily relies on personal vehicles, with approximately 90% of residents commuting by car and an average household vehicle ownership rate of 2.1 vehicles. Public transit usage is low, with under 1% of commuters utilizing DART First State bus services. The average commute time is around 27 minutes. Greenwood’s transportation infrastructure includes access to U.S. Route 13 and DE Route 16. Most residents commute to major employment hubs in Seaford, Milford, and Georgetown, reflecting the town’s role as a residential community within the regional workforce network.

Greenwood, Sussex County, DE, has limited healthcare facilities; the nearest hospitals are Nanticoke Memorial Hospital (15 miles away) and Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus (20 miles away). Locally, Greenwood has a few primary care clinics and pharmacies. Sussex County’s uninsured rate is approximately 10%. Major health concerns include diabetes (12% prevalence), hypertension (30%), and obesity (36%). The area’s population is 70% White, 17% Black, and 8% Hispanic. Most residents access care via Medicaid (25%), Medicare (21%), or private insurance (41%), with some challenges in specialty care access due to rural location.