A new 3.2 million-square-foot fulfillment center is planned for Middletown, Delaware, just a few miles from the town’s existing site. The project, backed by Amazon, is expected by local officials to bring 1,000 to 1,200 jobs, though the company has not confirmed employment numbers. Supporters argue it will strengthen the local economy through job creation and increased tax revenue. Critics, however, question the quality and stability of the jobs, and raise concerns about automation and potential strain on infrastructure.
See "Amazon plans second Middletown center, 3.2 million square feet, with estimated 1,000 jobs", Ben Mace, Delaware Online, May 8, 2025