Delaware is a state in the South-Atlantic region of the country. It is the second-smallest but the sixth most densely populated state with a population of around a million people. Its capital is Dover and its largest city is Wilmington.

As one of the oldest states in the country, Delaware is full of historical buildings and national landmarks. It was the first state to ratify the Constitution of the United States and is now known as “The First State”.

What's life like in Delaware?

Delaware is a great place to live if you're looking for work. There is a huge job market in the state as well as a competitive and attractive housing market. Its solid school system makes it a popular state for families, especially professionals with kids.

Delaware has something for everyone, including easy access to beaches, as well as mountains, great restaurants and entertainment options, and easy drives to urban centers like D.C., Philadelphia, and Baltimore. It has a high density, though, and green spaces are few and far between.

Work in Delaware

Delaware offers its residents a thriving and varied economy. Delaware's largest employers are government, education, and banking, followed by chemical, pharmaceutical, technology, and healthcare. Farming and retail also bring thousands of jobs to Delaware residents.

Delaware is a corporate haven because of its business-friendly taxes and corporation law. More than half of all I.S. Publicly traded companies are incorporated in Delaware, and there are more corporations than people. Delaware is also within commuting distance of Baltimore, Philadelphia, and D.C.

Major Attractions of Delaware

Here are some of the top attractions that make Delaware a great place to live and work:

• Cape Henlopen State Park: A state preserve with beaches, piers, and campgrounds. Perfect for a day out with the family.
• Delaware Seashore State Park: Located near Dewey Beach, the park features beaches, attractions, and water-related activities.
• Winterthur Museum: Historic museum with a collection of antiques, prints, and paintings as well as landscaped gardens and a fairy-tale garden.
• Hagley Museum: A nonprofit educational institution dedicated to preserving the history of the region and the du Pont family.
• Delaware Art Museum: Houses a collection of over 12,000 objects, paintings, prints, and sculptures.

Pros and Cons of Living in Delaware

Pros:

• Plenty of job opportunities – Delaware has a rich and varied job market for its residents from trades to sales to tech to government. Plus, it's great for commuters.
• Affordable housing market – Residents of Delaware have plenty of choices when it comes to housing and it has some of the most affordable housing options in the region.
• Zero sales tax – Delaware has no sales tax, which means the price you see on the tag is the price you'll pay for the item.

Cons:

• Very high density – Delaware is the second-smallest state and has the 6^th highest population density in the country.
• High cost of living – Even though Delaware's housing market is relatively affordable, the cost of living is, on average, 10% higher than the rest of the country.
• No international airports – If you want to fly out of the country, you'll first have to travel to Baltimore or Philadelphia.