Top Cities in Delaware by Political Donations

See which cities in Delaware donate the most to political campaigns. 13 cities, $81.3M in total donations.

Political participation varies widely across Delaware's cities and towns. This ranking shows which municipalities produce the most individual campaign contributions, based on donor mailing addresses in FEC filings. State capitals, college towns, and affluent suburbs often stand out, reflecting the intersection of income, education, and political engagement that drives campaign giving.

#CityTotalDonors
1WILMINGTON$81.1M0
2TOWNSEND$75K0
3YORKLYN$27K0
4WYOMING$11K0
5WASHINGTON$10K0
6WASHINGTON DC$10K0
7TALLEYVILLE$9K0
8VIOLA$6K0
9WILMINGTON, DE$4K0
10WINNSBORO$2K0
11WILMIGTON$1K0
12STANTON$1K0
13SPRINGFIELD$4620

Frequently Asked Questions

Which city in Delaware donates the most to political campaigns?

The largest city or state capital in Delaware often leads, but affluent suburban communities can also rank high. The top 13 cities in Delaware have contributed a combined $81.3M to federal campaigns.

How do Delaware cities compare to each other?

City-level totals reflect both population and wealth. Larger cities produce more donors, but smaller wealthy communities can have higher per-capita giving. Click any city to see its detailed donation breakdown.

Are these donations only to local candidates?

No. These totals include all federal campaign contributions from donors in each Delaware city, regardless of whether the recipient candidate is local or from another state. Many donors give to national campaigns and out-of-state races.

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