ZIP Code 19702, Delaware
ZIP Code 19702 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 19702 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in New Castle County, Delaware. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 55,683. The land area covers 28.09 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 55,683 | ±3,101 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.2 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 21,252 | ±1,146 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 21,981 | ±1,125 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 21,252 | ±1,146 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 729 | ±274 |
| Median Home Value | $346,100 | ±$11,509 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,645 | ±$45 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $92,446 | ±$6,176 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,131 | ±$1,542 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.9% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,387 | ±966 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.2% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 30,416 | ±2,185 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.2% | ±2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 588,093 (2024)
ID: 101811
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: HR ADMINISTRATOR
87 READS WAY, NEW CASTLE DE 19720-1610
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Newark, DE | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Newark, DE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Middletown, DE | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | Middletown, DE | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | West Grove, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | West Grove, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-05 | West Grove, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | West Grove, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Wilmington, DE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | North East, MD |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Paul Mitchell the School-Delaware
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College Vocational | 2.7 mi away | 1420 Pulaski Hwy, Newark, DE, 19702 |
3028328418
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BEAR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 101 GOVERNORS PLACE, BEAR, DE, 19701 |
(302) 838-3300
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Hair Academy School of Barbering & Beauty
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College Vocational | 2.9 mi away | 160 Pencader Plaza, Newark, DE, 19713-2305 |
3027386251
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NEWARK FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 750 LIBRARY AVENUE, NEWARK, DE, 19711 |
(302) 731-7550
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Academy of Massage and Bodywork
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College Vocational | 3.4 mi away | 1218 Pulaski Hwy Ste 324, Bear, DE, 19701 |
3023926768
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BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 5.7 mi away | 301 NEWARK AVE., ELKTON, MD, 21921 |
(410) 996-5600
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University of Delaware
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College | 4.4 mi away | 104 Hullihen Hall, Newark, DE, 19716 |
3028312000
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ELKTON CENTRAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.7 mi away | 301 NEWARK AVE., ELKTON, MD, 21921 |
(410) 996-5600
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Dawn Career Institute LLC
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College Vocational | 4.5 mi away | 252 Chapman Road, Suite 100, Newark, DE, 19702 |
3022733560
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KIRKWOOD HIGHWAY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 6000 KIRKWOOD HIGHWAY, WILMINGTON, DE, 19808 |
(302) 995-7663
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at NEWARK AG FARM, DE US, located 3.6 miles from ZCTA5 19702. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.5° | 25.1° | 33.8° | 3.43" | — |
| February | 45.6° | 25.4° | 35.5° | 2.91" | — |
| March | 54.2° | 32.8° | 43.5° | 4.27" | — |
| April | 66.9° | 42.1° | 54.5° | 3.71" | — |
| May | 75.6° | 51.9° | 63.8° | 3.63" | — |
| June | 83.8° | 61.5° | 72.6° | 3.95" | — |
| July | 88.6° | 66.4° | 77.5° | 4.84" | — |
| August | 86.8° | 64.7° | 75.7° | 3.95" | — |
| September | 79.4° | 58.4° | 68.9° | 4.87" | — |
| October | 69.1° | 46.2° | 57.7° | 4.00" | — |
| November | 56.9° | 35.9° | 46.4° | 3.36" | — |
| December | 47.0° | 29.8° | 38.4° | 4.04" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glasgow CDP | CDP | 1.5 mi | — |
| Bear CDP | CDP | 2.6 mi | — |
| Brookside CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Newark city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Elkton town | Town | 5.0 mi | — |
| St. Georges CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 19702. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.