19973 ZIP Code – Seaford, Delaware
Located in Seaford, Delaware, ZIP code 19973 is a large ZIP code within Sussex County with a population of approximately 26,070 residents. The median household income is $61,849 — below the Delaware average and below the national average. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $241,100, near the national average, with 72.3% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). ; median rent of $1,044 is similarly near the national average. Housing consists of 74% single-family (decreasing), 9% apartments (decreasing).
At 8.7%, the unemployment rate is well above the national figure. About 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line, above the national rate. About 17.9% of residents have completed a four-year degree, below the national rate. At 42.9, the median age is near the national figure. Neighboring ZIP codes include 19931, 19933, 19956.
ZIP Code 19973 Data
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ZIP 19973 vs. Delaware vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 19973 | DE Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 26k | 15k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $61k | $82k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $241k | $332k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,044 | $1,283 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 42.9 | 44.8 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.7% | 5.5% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 16.4% | 9.3% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 17.9% | 33.6% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 19931 – Bethel
- 19933 – Bridgeville
- 19956 – Laurel
- 21861 – Sharptown
- 21632 – Federalsburg
- 21659 – Rhodesdale
- 19940 – Delmar
- 19947 – Georgetown
- 19950 – Greenwood
- 21643 – Hurlock
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19931 | BETHEL | 376 | $90,250 |
| 19933 | BRIDGEVILLE | 10,610 | $52,740 |
| 19956 | LAUREL | 15,822 | $53,633 |
| 21861 | SHARPTOWN | 776 | $83,125 |
| 21632 | FEDERALSBURG | 6,504 | $59,135 |