| ZIP Code | 19939 |
|---|---|
| City | Dagsboro |
| State | Delaware (DE) |
| County | Sussex County |
| Area Code | 302 |
| Elevation | 14 ft |
| Latitude | 38.568957 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.207538 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 10005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 55.5 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 5.0% ▼ 50% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.5% ▲ 18% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 44% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 55 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,882 (32.4%) |
| Some College | 426 (7.3%) |
| Associates | 802 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 573 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,073 (35.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $86,583 ▲ 13% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $365,100 ▲ 31% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,375/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,252 |
| Vacant Units | 1,038 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,252 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,038 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
ZIP code 19939 is located in Dagsboro, Delaware, within Sussex County. With a population of 7,833, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 55.5 years. Economically, 19939 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $86,583 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 19939 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $365,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,375 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 92.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 19939 is primarily White (91.17%). Residents are well-educated — 45.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.0%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 19939 stands at 2.7%, which is below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 19939 in Dagsboro, DE is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,833 residents, a median household income of $86,583, and a median home value of $365,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Delaware.