| ZIP Code | 19975 |
|---|---|
| City | Selbyville |
| State | Delaware (DE) |
| County | Sussex County |
| Area Code | 302 |
| Elevation | 12 ft |
| Latitude | 38.468919 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.171673 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 10005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 61.0 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.10 |
| Below Poverty | 6.3% ▼ 37% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.7% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.7% ▲ 37% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 50 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,482 (29.9%) |
| Some College | 872 (10.5%) |
| Associates | 1,024 (12.3%) |
| Bachelors | 612 (7.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,265 (39.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $86,063 ▲ 13% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $430,000 ▲ 54% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,098/mo ↓ 2% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,890 |
| Vacant Units | 3,969 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,890 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,969 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
ZIP code 19975 is located in Selbyville, Delaware, within Sussex County. With a population of 10,356, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 61 years. Economically, 19975 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $86,063 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 19975 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $430,000 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,098 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 19975 is primarily White (86.03%). Residents are well-educated — 46.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.3%. Household income has grown by 45% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 19975 stands at 6.7%, which is above the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 19975 in Selbyville, DE is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,356 residents, a median household income of $86,063, and a median home value of $430,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Delaware.