| ZIP Code | 19958 |
|---|---|
| City | Lewes |
| State | Delaware (DE) |
| County | Sussex County |
| Area Code | 302 |
| Elevation | 25 ft |
| Latitude | 38.728714 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.168507 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 10005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 61.8 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.04 |
| Below Poverty | 6.5% ▼ 35% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.0% ▲ 52% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 37% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 110 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,212 (22.1%) |
| Some College | 1,683 (7.1%) |
| Associates | 2,683 (11.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,406 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,504 (48.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $91,445 ▲ 20% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $488,900 ▲ 75% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,654/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,410 |
| Vacant Units | 5,052 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.04 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,410 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 5,052 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.04 |
ZIP code 19958 is located in Lewes, Delaware, within Sussex County. With a population of 29,599, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 61.8 years. Economically, 19958 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $91,445 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 19958 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $488,900 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,654 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 19958 is primarily White (87.65%). Residents are well-educated — 59.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.5%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 19958 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 19958 in Lewes, DE is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 29,599 residents, a median household income of $91,445, and a median home value of $488,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Delaware.