Sussex County, Delaware
Frankford, Delaware
Frankford is an incorporated municipality in Sussex County, Delaware. The 2020 Census counted 790 residents. Sussex County lists Frankford among its 25 municipalities, and the town's official website is linked below. SussexCounty.ai is an independent site and is not the county government.
Key facts
- Type
- Incorporated municipality
- County
- Sussex County, Delaware
- 2020 population
- 790 (source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 Census)
- Official website
- https://frankford.delaware.gov/
- Current officials
- See the town website
Ask SussexCounty.ai
Look up Sussex County building permits by PIN on the permits page. Official records are kept by Sussex County at sussexcountyde.gov.
Go deeper on Frankford
- Land use and zoning (17 questions)
- People and housing (14 questions)
- History and events (11 questions)
- Schools, services and getting around (18 questions)
- Weather, flooding and hazards (18 questions)
SussexCounty.ai data
As of 2026-08-09, SussexCounty.ai counts 501 tax parcels in Frankford, covering 693.6 mapped acres (median parcel 0.362 acres). Source: SussexCounty.ai, Parcels by jurisdiction, compiled from Sussex County GIS parcel records. CC BY 4.0.
Local coverage
For civic coverage of Frankford, see Frankford on The Sussex Ledger. The Sussex Ledger is a publication of The Conscient Group LLC, which also publishes SussexCounty.ai.
Terms used in Sussex County property records
Tax map parcel number, zoning district, building permit, FEMA flood zone and realty transfer tax. See the full Sussex County glossary, official sources and weather and hazard sources.
Questions about Frankford
The basics
Is Frankford a town, a city or a census-designated place?
Frankford is an incorporated municipality, not a census-designated place. The U.S. Census Bureau lists it as Frankford town, Delaware, and Sussex County lists it among its cities and towns.
What county is Frankford, Delaware in?
Frankford is in Sussex County, Delaware.
What was the population of Frankford in the 2020 Census?
The 2020 Census counted 790 residents in Frankford (U.S. Census Bureau).
How many tax parcels are in Frankford?
As of 2026-08-09, SussexCounty.ai counts 501 tax parcels in Frankford (Parcels by jurisdiction).
Who issues building permits in Frankford?
Sussex County issues building permits countywide, including inside municipalities, per the county building permits page. Check with the town as well for any town requirements.
Government, zoning and services
Where is Frankford Town Hall?
Town Hall is at #9 Main Street, P.O. Box 550, Frankford, DE 19945. The phone number is (302) 732-9424. Source: frankford.delaware.gov.
When do Frankford Town Council and Planning and Zoning meet?
Recent notices show Town Council at 7:00 PM and Planning and Zoning at 6:00 PM, but the town site does not state a regular weekday. Check the Meetings & Events calendar. Source: frankford.delaware.gov, frankford.delaware.gov.
Does Frankford have its own zoning code and map?
Yes. The town site publishes a Zoning Map, a Future Land Use Map and the Town Code on ecode360 (ecode360.com/FR6649). Source: frankford.delaware.gov, frankford.delaware.gov.
Who handles planning and zoning in Frankford?
The town has its own Planning and Zoning Commission, which posts notices on the town calendar. It is an incorporated town, so county zoning does not apply inside town limits. Source: frankford.delaware.gov, frankford.delaware.gov.
Who provides water in Frankford?
Artesian Water Company. The town says it sold its municipal water system to Artesian in April 2020 and is no longer responsible for billing, operations or maintenance. The page does not name a sewer provider. Source: frankford.delaware.gov.
History and lore
When was Frankford founded and incorporated?
The town history says Frankford was founded in 1808 with Long's Store on Vine's Branch, owned by Isaiah Long. The Delaware Public Archives says the town was incorporated in 1883 and re-incorporated in 1903, 1937 and 1980. Source: frankford.delaware.gov, archives.delaware.gov.
How did Frankford get its name?
The place was known as Forest Flower, Partnership, Jacob's Mill Pond and Gum's Store before the name Frankford was documented around 1820. Most people were calling it the Town of Frankford by about 1848. The town history does not explain where the name came from. Source: frankford.delaware.gov.
What historic sites are in Frankford?
The National Park Service file for the Capt. Ebe Chandler House (reference 79000643) places it at Main and Reed Streets in Frankford and gives its dates as built 1880, renovated 1918. Source: npgallery.nps.gov.
Who were Frankford's sea captains?
The town history names sea captains John E. Harmon, Ebe T. Chandler, Robert Dasey and Joshua Townsend, and says three of their homes still stand. Source: frankford.delaware.gov.
How did transportation shape Frankford?
Vine's Branch Canal was the first major route, followed by roads and then the railroad, which brought prosperity and industry. In 1924 Coleman du Pont developed a highway running the length of Delaware. Source: frankford.delaware.gov.
Events, holidays and occasions
When is the Frankford tree lighting?
Frankford holds a Park and Tree Lighting Ceremony at Frankford Town Park around the end of November. In 2025 it was Saturday, November 29, from 6 to 8 p.m. Source: coastalpoint.com.
What festivals are held in Frankford?
Southern Delaware Tourism lists the Alpaca Festival (September) and Grapetoberfest Weekend (October) in Frankford. Source: visitsoutherndelaware.com.
Is Frankford part of the Fire and Ice Festival?
Yes. Salted Vines Vineyard and Winery in Frankford hosted ice sculptures and a 900-pound ice drink luge on the Friday of the 2026 festival (January 30 to February 1). Source: selbyville.delaware.gov.
Where is the nearest farmers market to Frankford?
The Bethany Beach Farmers Market (Sundays, May 31 to September 6 in 2026) and the Millsboro Farmers Market (Saturdays, May 2 to September 26 in 2026) are the closest listed markets. Source: agriculture.delaware.gov.
Is Return Day a holiday in Frankford?
Return Day is a Sussex County legal holiday under Delaware Code Title 1, Section 501: the second day after the General Election, after 12:00 noon. It falls on the Thursday after Election Day in even-numbered years, and in 2026 that is November 5. The main celebration is held in Georgetown. Source: delcode.delaware.gov, visitsoutherndelaware.com, dagsboro.delaware.gov.
Weather, geography and hazards
What is the climate like in Frankford, Delaware?
Using NOAA 1991 to 2020 climate normals from the Georgetown Delaware Coastal Airport station, the nearest of the stations we use, the average January low is 28.6 degrees F and the average July high is 87.7 degrees F. Annual precipitation averages 43.88 inches. The station is not inside Frankford, so readings in town can differ a little, especially near the water. Source: ncei.noaa.gov.
How much snow does Frankford get per year?
The Georgetown airport normals table we use for Frankford does not publish snowfall. The nearest station we fetched with a 1991 to 2020 snowfall normal is the Lewes station, at 10.5 inches a year. Treat that as a regional reference, not a measurement for Frankford. Source: ncei.noaa.gov.
Is Frankford in a flood zone?
Part of Frankford may sit in a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area, and the answer depends on the address, so we do not give a town-wide yes or no. The USGS elevation at the town's Census center point is about 32 feet. Look up a specific property in the FEMA Flood Map Service Center and the DNREC Delaware Flood Planning Tool. Source: msc.fema.gov, floodplanning.dnrec.delaware.gov, epqs.nationalmap.gov.
Is Frankford in a hurricane evacuation zone?
Delaware labels hurricane evacuation zones A, B, C and D, and describes them as low-lying areas susceptible to flooding and storm surge. The state page does not list communities by zone, so we cannot say which zone Frankford or a given address falls in. Use the Know Your Zone lookup tool or interactive map to check an address. Source: preparede.org, dema.delaware.gov.
What body of water is Frankford on?
The Census Bureau 2020 Gazetteer lists 0 square miles of water within Frankford town limits. We found no official source naming a river, bay or ocean that the town sits on, so we do not list one. Source: www2.census.gov.
Schools, parks and getting around
What school district serves Frankford?
Frankford is in the Indian River School District. Source: frankford.delaware.gov.
What ZIP code covers Frankford?
Frankford uses ZIP code 19945. Source: frankford.delaware.gov.
Is there a public library in Frankford?
Yes. Frankford Public Library is at 8 Main St. Source: sussexcounty.lib.de.us.
What major roads serve Frankford?
US 113 is the main highway serving the town and runs along its western boundary. Source: frankford.delaware.gov.
What parks or outdoor areas are in or near Frankford?
Holts Landing State Park on Indian River Bay and Fenwick Island State Park are within the Delaware Seashore State Park system, which has beaches, trails and a marina. Check each park page for distances. Source: destateparks.com, destateparks.com.