6,522
Population
↑ 69% since 2019
19.4
Median Age
↑ 2% since 2019
8.1%
Unemployment
▲ 66% above avg ↑ 79% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
| ZIP Code | 19717 |
|---|---|
| City | Newark |
| State | Delaware (DE) |
| County | New Castle County |
| Area Code | 302 |
| Elevation | 149 ft |
| Latitude | 39.678689 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.749962 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 10003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 36.1% (2,353)
Female 63.9% (4,169) ♀
Race & Ethnicity
White75.1%
Hispanic7.0%
Black8.9%
Asian5.6%
Other3.1%
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 19.4 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | -99.99 |
| Below Poverty | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.1% ▲ 66% above avg |
Housing & Income
Financials
| Avg HH Size | -99.99 |
|---|
Employment & Commute
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 19717 is in Newark, DE, in New Castle County.
ZIP code 19717 is located in Delaware (DE).
ZIP code 19717 is in New Castle County, DE.
ZIP 19717 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 19717 is 6,522 people (ACS 2023).
Income data not available.
Home value data not available.
About ZIP Code 19717
ZIP code 19717 is located in Newark, Delaware, within New Castle County. With a population of 6,522, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 19.4 years.
The population of 19717 is primarily White (75.10%).
The unemployment rate in 19717 stands at 8.1%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 46%.
Overall, ZIP code 19717 in Newark, DE is characterized as a young community.