Lewes is a city located in Sussex County, in the state of Delaware (DE), United States. Nestled in the South Atlantic division of the South region, it covers an area of 3.7 square miles (9.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 18 ft. With a population of approximately 2,932 residents, Lewes offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 43.89% males and 56.11% females, and it has a population density of 801.09 people per square mile (309.30/km²). Lewes lies at a latitude of 38.78 and a longitude of -75.14, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (5.8%), followed by English (18.5%), German (15.7%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 19958.