Welcome Delaware Movers!
The First State
As the very first state to ratify the U.S. Constitution, Delaware has been a pinnacle point of American history since the very beginning. With no sales tax, a rich history and prime location in the Northeast, there is a reason why many who relocate here never want to leave!
Moving to Delaware - Being a New Resident & Relocating to Delaware
The largest & most populated towns in Delaware are Wilmington, Newark, Dover, Rehoboth Beach, Lewes, New Castle, Bethany Beach, Middletown, Dewey Beach, Georgetown, Milford, Smyrna, Fenwick Island, Seaford, Millsboro, Milton, Laurel, Ocean View, Delaware City, Harrington, Selbyville and Camden. No matter which city you relocate to, you can have a smooth move by following the proper steps required by the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). We’ve laid out the top priorities for becoming a resident below.
- If you have a license issued from another state in the US, you can convert it to a Delaware license. Make sure to visit your local Delaware DMV to get your new license within 60 days of establishing residency. (You can do this without having to retake the written or on-road tests!)
- You’ll need insurance for your car from a company licensed to do business in Delaware. Reach out to a Delaware insurance agent, and they will be happy to make sure you have insurance that works through the state of Delaware.
- Make sure to register your vehicle within 60 days of establishing residency.You can do this at the DMV.
- Your car needs to go through an emissions inspection & safety inspection to be registered.
Delaware Neighborhood Information: Data for Moving Companies & Moving Quotes
Weather: The climate of Delaware is usually ocean moderate. Even though this state is tiny, however, your day-to-day weather will vary a lot based on where you move to in this state. For example, the north has far harsher climate and shorter growing season compared to the south.
Population & Cost of Living: Currently home to about 898,000 people, come to Delaware, and you can add one more to that number! How much does it cost these folks to live here?
Though it may be 13% more expensive to live here than the average U.S. city, for its location and opportunity the cost of living is great. It has low-costing property, low taxes and low property taxes compared to states like New York & Connecticut. This low amount of taxation is a huge factor in making Delaware so much more affordable. The income-tax rates here are a maximum of 5.95% and all funds for social security? Tax-exempt!
Employment Rate of Delware & Delaware's Economy
The unemployment rate as of Fall 2014 was 6.5%.
The top industries here include government, education, banking, chemical pharmaceutical, technology, healthcare and agriculture (the main products being farmed include poultry, nursery stock, soybeans, dairy products & corn).
ULTIMATE AND HIDDEN GEM DELAWARE ATTRACTIONS
- Jungle Jim’s - This is the perfect summer spot to bring your kids. Equipped with water slides, bumper boats and other thrills, you’ll have no trouble putting your children to sleep any day they come here!
- Delaware Beer, Wine & Spirits Trail - This line of distilleries and breweries reaches from southern to northern Delaware, each place offering their own flavor and atmosphere. Out of 17 spots, it’ll be hard to choose a favorite.
- Nemours Mansion & Gardens - This palace was inspired by and modeled after the incredibly home of Louis XVI. Walk the gardens and study the statues; you will feel as if you’re across the pond in France!
FUN DELAWARE FACTS
- According to Delaware law, rated R films are banned from being shown at drive-in movie theatres. Scandalous!
- Delaware is home to Holy Trinity Church. Built in 1698, it is one of the oldest churches in America still in use.
- Fan of Miss America? The first beauty pageant in America was held in Delaware; one of the judges deemed it - “Miss United States”.