| ZIP Code | 19930 |
|---|---|
| City | Bethany Beach |
| State | Delaware (DE) |
| County | Sussex County |
| Area Code | 302 |
| Elevation | 2 ft |
| Latitude | 38.552863 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.069397 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 10005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 67.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.93 |
| Below Poverty | 2.7% ▼ 73% below avg |
| College Grads | 76.5% ▲ 97% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 173 (6.8%) |
| Some College | 107 (4.2%) |
| Associates | 320 (12.5%) |
| Bachelors | 145 (5.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,814 (70.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $118,092 ▲ 55% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $798,300 ▲ 186% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,542/mo |
| Total Units | 8,884 |
| Vacant Units | 7,403 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.93 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,884 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 7,403 |
| Owner Occupied | 97.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 2.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.93 |
ZIP code 19930 is located in Bethany Beach, Delaware, within Sussex County. With a population of 2,873, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 67.6 years. Economically, 19930 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $118,092 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 19930 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $798,300 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,542 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 97.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 19930 is primarily White (88.51%). Residents are highly educated — 76.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.7%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 19930 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 34% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 58%.
Overall, ZIP code 19930 in Bethany Beach, DE is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,873 residents, a median household income of $118,092, and a median home value of $798,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Delaware.