Zip Code 19709

DE · Population: 48,954

C+
55/100
38
D
Safety
84
A
Affordability
67
B
Quality of Life
31
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 19709

Zip code 19709 is located in Delaware and is home to approximately 48,954 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 55/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area experiences higher crime rates than the national average. Residents should be aware of safety considerations.

With a median household income of $119,790 and home values around $416,600, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 46.3% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 5.9%, which is near the national average.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$119,790
Home Value
$416,600
Rent
$1,456/mo
Median Age
40
College Educated
46.3%
Unemployment
5.9%
Owner-Occupied
84.5%
Rent Burden
14.6% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety38DLower crime = higher score
Affordability84ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life67BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy31DLower unemployment = higher
Overall55C+Weighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).