Zip Code 19803

DE · Population: 21,437

C+
59/100
38
D
Safety
82
A
Affordability
82
A
Quality of Life
33
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 19803

Zip code 19803 is located in Delaware and is home to approximately 21,437 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 59/100), 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 $122,853 and home values around $400,200, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 61.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

Unemployment stands at 5.7%, 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
$122,853
Home Value
$400,200
Rent
$1,524/mo
Median Age
47
College Educated
61.4%
Unemployment
5.7%
Owner-Occupied
89.6%
Rent Burden
14.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety38DLower crime = higher score
Affordability82ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life82AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy33DLower unemployment = higher
Overall59C+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).