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Wilmington Delaware Map

Explore Wilmington, Delaware, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Wilmington, Delaware

How to Use This Wilmington, Delaware Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Wilmington, Delaware. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Delaware or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Wilmington.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Wilmington
State	Delaware (DE)
County	New Castle County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	39.735651
Longitude	-75.532104
Population	70,898
Density	2512.5 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	19801, 19802, 19803, 19804, 19805
Area Code	302
County Seat	Wilmington
School District	Colonial School District

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About Wilmington, Delaware

Wilmington is a locality in New Castle County, Delaware, United States. It has a population of 70,898. The population density is 2512.5 people per km². Wilmington is located at 39.7357°N, 75.5321°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Wilmington is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 19801, 19802, 19803.

Wilmington asserts its presence as a central node of commerce and history, defined by the winding path of the Brandywine Creek as it carves through the surrounding terrain. It lies 8.1 miles east of Pike Creek Valley, DE (from Pike Creek Valley, DE: bearing 85°T), and is situated 8.5 miles east-southeast of Hockessin. The inland landscape is characterized by a steady, undulating topography that reaches toward the distant South Valley Hills, which appear as a soft, hazy silhouette against the western horizon. During the quiet transition of dusk, the light catches the surface of the nearby Cool Spring Reservoir, casting long, amber reflections that soften the sharp geometry of the urban blocks. The air here holds the scent of damp earth and deep woodland, carried from the dense greenery of the Red Lion State Forest, grounding the atmosphere in a persistent, inland stillness that feels miles removed from any restless coast.

Swedish settlers first established a foothold here in the seventeenth century, recognizing the strategic utility of the convergence where the Brandywine Creek meets the larger river systems. This early colonial outpost grew through the slow accumulation of craftsmanship and trade, evolving into a place where the architecture reflects layers of distinct eras, from sturdy stone foundations to the intricate brickwork of later centuries. Wilmington became a site of significant industrial transformation, serving as a crucible for innovation that shaped the American landscape. The legacy of these founding generations remains visible in the preserved facades that line the older streets, standing as silent witnesses to the steady, calculated growth of a settlement that learned to harness the power of the water to drive its early mills and machinery.

Economic life in Wilmington maintains a distinct rhythm, long defined by its reputation as a global hub for the chemical and financial services industries. The skyline is dominated by the glass and steel of corporate headquarters, which project a modern, efficient vitality above the older, brick-heavy neighborhoods. Infrastructure remains a vital component of daily function, with rail lines and highways stitching the locality into the broader regional economy, ensuring the constant movement of people and capital. While the professional sector drives the primary engine of commerce, the presence of institutions like the University of Delaware contributes a steady influx of intellectual energy and research, fostering an environment where academic inquiry and corporate strategy exist in a perpetual, quiet dialogue.

Cultural life finds its anchor in the civic heart of Rodney Square, a focal point where the pace of the professional day pauses amidst the shade of mature trees and historical monuments. The calendar is marked by annual festivals that celebrate the heritage of the region, drawing residents together to acknowledge the shared identity that binds the community. Although professional sports teams are often followed from afar, the local spirit remains tethered to collegiate athletics, which elicit a fervent loyalty during the autumn months. Famous figures such as the actress Aubrey Plaza have roots in the area, contributing to a sense of local pride that is both understated and deeply held. Wilmington remains a place where the gravity of its corporate history balances against the simple, recurring beauty of the seasons as they shift across the inland fields and the banks of the Brandywine Creek.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Fort Christina Memorial (Monument) — 0.4 mi, 281° W
Brown/Burton/Winchester Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 002° N
Butler Derby LLC (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 249° W
Toni and Stuart B. Young Gallery (Gallery) — 1.0 mi, 295° NW
World Cafe Live (Arts Centre) — 1.1 mi, 292° W
Thomas Garrett Stationmaster on the Underground Railroad (Monument) — 1.1 mi, 288° W
H. Fletcher Brown Park (State Park) — 1.2 mi, 326° NW
Wilmington Riverwalk (Attraction) — 1.2 mi, 274° W
Brandywine Park (State Park) — 1.2 mi, 327° NW
Angelus House Art Gallery (Gallery) — 1.3 mi, 292° W
The Delaware Contemporary (Gallery) — 1.5 mi, 277° W
James A. Garfield Memorial (Public Artwork) — 1.5 mi, 341° N
Frawley Stadium (Stadium) — 1.7 mi, 263° W
Russell W. Peterson Wildlife Refuge (Conservation Area) — 1.7 mi, 240° SW
Vic Willis (Monument) — 1.8 mi, 261° W
Old Farm House (Historic Ruins) — 3.0 mi, 350° N
William’s Greenbank Aquarium (Aquarium) — 4.9 mi, 273° W
Wilmington & Western Railroad (Attraction) — 5.3 mi, 272° W
Salem River Wildlife Management Area (Marine Protected Area) — 5.5 mi, 145° SE
John M Cleveland Civil War Museum (Museum) — 5.5 mi, 197° S
The Candlelight Theater (Theatre) — 5.7 mi, 028° NE
Sycamore with Cement Core (Attraction) — 6.0 mi, 325° NW
Sundial (Attraction) — 6.0 mi, 325° NW
Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 7.3 mi, 185° S · 9,745 acres
Darlington Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 7.9 mi, 003° N
C&D Canal Wildlife Area (State Wilderness) — 8.8 mi, 208° SW

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