ZIP Code 19973, Delaware
ZIP Code 19973 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 19973 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Dorchester County / Sussex County, Delaware. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 26,834. The land area covers 83.99 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26,834 | ±1,722 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 10,266 | ±618 | 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 | 11,141 | ±627 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 10,266 | ±618 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 875 | ±242 |
| Median Home Value | $278,300 | ±$20,443 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,135 | ±$68 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,387 | ±$7,347 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,061 | ±$2,625 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.7% | ±4.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,431 | ±1,194 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.9% | ±2.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 12,456 | ±1,092 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.7% | ±3.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Blades, DE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Georgetown, DE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Federalsburg, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Federalsburg, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Delmar, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Delmar, DE | |
| Special Education School Nearby | UG | Delmar, DE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Delmar, DE | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Federalsburg, MD | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Seaford, DE |
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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Wor-Wic Community College
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College | 19.2 mi away | 32000 Campus Drive, Salisbury, MD, 21804-7131 |
4103342800
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SEAFORD DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 600 N MARKET ST EXT, SEAFORD, DE, 19973 |
(302) 629-2524
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Salisbury University
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College | 19.9 mi away | 1101 Camden Ave, Salisbury, MD, 21801-6862 |
4105436000
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LAUREL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 101 E. FOURTH ST, LAUREL, DE, 19956 |
(302) 874-3184
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Del-Mar-Va Beauty Academy
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College Vocational | 20.5 mi away | 111 Milford St, Salisbury, MD, 21804-6952 |
4107427929103
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BRIDGEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 600 SOUTH CANNON STREET, BRIDGEVILLE, DE, 19933 |
(302) 337-7401
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Delaware Learning Institute of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 20.9 mi away | 32448 Royal Blvd. Suite A, Dagsboro, DE, 19939 |
3027326704
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FEDERALSBURG BRANCH
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 123 MORRIS AVE., FEDERALSBURG, MD, 21632 |
(410) 754-8397
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GREENWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 100 MILL STREET, GREENWOOD, DE, 19950 |
(302) 855-1242
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DELMAR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 101 NORTH BI-STATE BLVD, DELMAR, DE, 19940 |
(302) 846-9894
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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 GREENWOOD 2NE, DE US, located 12.8 miles from ZCTA5 19973. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.6° | 25.4° | 34.5° | 3.61" | 3.3" |
| February | 45.7° | 26.3° | 36.0° | 2.91" | 5.9" |
| March | 53.9° | 32.9° | 43.4° | 4.01" | 1.6" |
| April | 64.7° | 42.4° | 53.5° | 3.44" | 0.2" |
| May | 73.3° | 51.9° | 62.6° | 3.67" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.1° | 61.6° | 71.9° | 4.19" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.7° | 66.7° | 76.7° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.0° | 64.7° | 74.9° | 4.50" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.9° | 57.9° | 68.4° | 4.77" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.2° | 46.2° | 57.2° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| November | 57.3° | 37.2° | 47.2° | 3.19" | 0.0" |
| December | 48.2° | 29.3° | 38.8° | 3.78" | 1.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blades town | Town | 1.1 mi | — |
| Seaford city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Bethel town | Town | 4.4 mi | — |
| Laurel town | Town | 5.1 mi | — |
| Bridgeville town | Town | 6.4 mi | — |
| Galestown town | Town | 7.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 19973. • 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.