Kent County

Kent County is an administrative county in central Delaware positioned between New Castle County to the north and Sussex County to the south. The territory encompasses various communities and towns, with Dover serving as the county seat and largest population center.

English settlers began establishing themselves in the St. Jones River valley starting in 1670, leading to the formal establishment of the county as an administrative division in 1683. The area developed as an important trading center and administrative hub during the colonial period.

The area maintains eight administrative hundreds, a traditional English subdivision system that continues to shape local governance today. This historical division reflects deep colonial ties and remains central to how the territory is organized.

Dover Air Force Base is a major institution within the area and provides visitors insight into aviation history and military operations. When exploring the region, keep in mind that access to certain areas may be restricted and visitor centers or museums offer the best starting points.

The area is home to an Amish community established through migrations beginning in 1915, organized across multiple church districts today. This presence makes the region an interesting place to observe traditional ways of life within the modern world.

Location: Delaware

Inception: 1683

Capital city: Dover

Shares border with: New Castle County, Sussex County, Caroline County, Queen Anne's County, Kent County

Website: https://kentcountyde.gov

GPS coordinates: 39.10000,-75.50000

Latest update: December 17, 2025 08:10