Harrington is a city located in Kent County, in the state of Delaware (DE), United States. Nestled in the South Atlantic division of the South region, it covers an area of 2.0 square miles (5.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 63 ft. With a population of approximately 3,174 residents, Harrington offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 45.84% males and 54.16% females, and it has a population density of 587.00 people per square mile (612.74/km²). Harrington lies at a latitude of 38.92 and a longitude of -75.57, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (9.6%), followed by English (14.1%), German (11%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 19952.