Zip Code 19960

DE · Population: 6,863

C+
50/100
38
D
Safety
38
D
Affordability
55
C+
Quality of Life
71
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 19960

Zip code 19960 is located in Delaware and is home to approximately 6,863 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 50/100), 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.

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $233,700 and median rent of $1,041/month against a median income of $62,596. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 12.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 2.4%.

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
$62,596
Home Value
$233,700
Rent
$1,041/mo
Median Age
37
College Educated
12.8%
Unemployment
2.4%
Owner-Occupied
86.9%
Rent Burden
20% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety38DLower crime = higher score
Affordability38DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life55C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy71B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall50C+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).