ZIP codes
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Wilmington, DE Demographics & ZIP Codes
Wilmington, Delaware demographics and median household income by ZIP code (in New Castle County) — 6 ZIP codes — population 129,189 — median income $76,959 — avg. home value $286,700. Compare income, housing, and population across ZIP codes on US5.
Population
129,189
Median household income (avg.)
$76,959
102% of U.S. median
Average home value
$286,700
82% of U.S. median
Average rent
$1,147
99% of U.S. median
Median age (avg.)
40.3
Wilmington demographics
Wilmington, Delaware covers 6 ZIP codes primarily in New Castle County, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 129,189.
Across ZIP codes with age data, the average median age is about 40.3 years.
Median household income in Wilmington
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Wilmington, Delaware is about $76,959 — about 12% below the DE ZIP average ($87,207), and about even with the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 19803 is near the top at about $133,941, while 19801 is near the bottom at about $44,505.
Housing in Wilmington
For housing in Wilmington, Delaware, the average median home value is about $286,700 and the average median rent is about $1,147.
The most populous ZIP in this set is 19805 (about 40,315 residents). Use the table below to compare population, income, and home values across codes.
ZIP codes in Wilmington
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19805 | Wilmington | New Castle County | DE | 40,315 | $56,708 | $220,200 |
| 19802 | Wilmington | New Castle County | DE | 25,670 | $54,370 | $188,400 |
| 19803 | Wilmington | New Castle County | DE | 21,971 | $133,941 | $436,200 |
| 19801 | Wilmington | New Castle County | DE | 16,170 | $44,505 | $196,000 |
| 19809 | Wilmington | New Castle County | DE | 15,129 | $85,988 | $308,900 |
| 19806 | Wilmington | New Castle County | DE | 9,934 | $86,240 | $370,500 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Wilmington?
Wilmington, Delaware has a combined ZIP-area population of about 129,189 across 6 ZIP codes (primarily New Castle County). Browse the ZIP table below for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Wilmington?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Wilmington, Delaware is about $76,959, about 12% below the state ZIP average ($87,207), and near the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $286,700. Among ZIPs with data, 19803 is near the top ($133,941) and 19801 is near the bottom ($44,505).
How many ZIP codes are in Wilmington?
Wilmington, Delaware includes 6 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Wilmington?
This page lists ZIP codes in Wilmington, Delaware with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.