Fenwick Island is a hidden gem on Delaware's coast, offering an intimate seaside atmosphere where natural beauty and local character take center stage. Unlike the larger resort towns, Fenwick embraces a slower pace, with charming independent shops, art galleries, and specialty markets that encourage visitors and residents alike to explore on foot. The town's culinary scene is equally inviting, featuring everything from waterfront seafood restaurants and oyster bars to beloved breakfast cafés and casual eateries that have become local traditions. Outdoor recreation is woven into daily life, with opportunities to spend the morning at Fenwick Island State Park, launch a kayak into the bay, enjoy a sunset boat ride, or make family memories at the iconic Viking Golf & Go-Karts and Thunder Lagoon Waterpark. Throughout the seasons, the community's welcoming spirit, uncrowded beaches, and proximity to both Delaware and Maryland attractions create a lifestyle that is relaxed, connected, and distinctly coastal, making Fenwick Island a truly special place to call home.
652 people live in Fenwick Island, where the median age is 71.7 and the average individual income is $92,663. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Fenwick Island, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Stop N Go Taco, Ocean Air Produce, and Clove and Cedar Coffeebar.
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| Dining | 4.62 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 3.41 miles | 11 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.63 miles | 30 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 4.54 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.82 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.87 miles | 33 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.35 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.93 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.44 miles | 17 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.77 miles | 17 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.4 miles | 65 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
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Fenwick Island has 315 households, with an average household size of 2.07. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Fenwick Island do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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