by Kristen Carney
Updated: February 9, 2026
The most populous counties in Delaware are New Castle County with 577,961, Sussex County at 255,626, and Kent County with 187,604. You can get the most current Census population data for all 3 Delaware counties, sorted from the most populous counties in Delaware to the least, according to the 2024 American Community Survey.
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| Rank | County | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Castle County | 577,961 |
| 2 | Sussex County | 255,626 |
| 3 | Kent County | 187,604 |
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United States Census Bureau. B01001 SEX BY AGE, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey Office. Web. January 29, 2026. http://www.census.gov/. |
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