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Sussex County, DE Demographics & ZIP Codes
Sussex County, Delaware demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 22 ZIP codes — population 258,676 — avg. income $80,531 — avg. home value $402,850. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Population
258,676
Median household income (avg.)
$80,531
107% of U.S. median
Average home value
$402,850
116% of U.S. median
Average rent
$1,064
92% of U.S. median
Sussex County demographics
Sussex County, Delaware covers 22 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 258,676.
Median household income in Sussex County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Sussex County, Delaware is about $80,531 — about 8% below the DE ZIP average ($87,207), and about 7% above the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 19930 (Bethany Beach) is near the top at about $118,092, while 19956 (Laurel) is near the bottom at about $59,085.
Housing in Sussex County
For housing in Sussex County, Delaware, the average median home value is about $402,850 and the average median rent is about $1,064.
The most populous ZIP is 19966 (Millsboro) with about 34,892 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Sussex County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19966 | Millsboro | Sussex County | DE | 34,892 | $75,436 | $282,100 |
| 19958 | Lewes | Sussex County | DE | 29,599 | $91,445 | $488,900 |
| 19973 | Seaford | Sussex County | DE | 25,786 | $62,668 | $254,300 |
| 19963 | Milford | Sussex County | DE | 22,544 | $65,420 | $291,200 |
| 19947 | Georgetown | Sussex County | DE | 19,343 | $68,529 | $294,000 |
| 19956 | Laurel | Sussex County | DE | 16,274 | $59,085 | $233,500 |
| 19971 | Rehoboth Beach | Sussex County | DE | 15,528 | $103,301 | $561,300 |
| 19968 | Milton | Sussex County | DE | 14,791 | $81,646 | $418,600 |
| 19933 | Bridgeville | Sussex County | DE | 11,409 | $61,261 | $231,300 |
| 19975 | Selbyville | Sussex County | DE | 10,356 | $86,063 | $430,000 |
| 19945 | Millville | Sussex County | DE | 8,917 | $86,021 | $410,000 |
| 19970 | Ocean View | Sussex County | DE | 8,265 | $90,802 | $489,500 |
| 19939 | Dagsboro | Sussex County | DE | 7,833 | $86,583 | $365,100 |
| 19950 | Greenwood | Sussex County | DE | 7,822 | $74,970 | $272,800 |
| 19940 | Delmar | Sussex County | DE | 7,108 | $63,361 | $225,700 |
| 19960 | Lincoln | Sussex County | DE | 7,083 | $66,929 | $276,200 |
| 19941 | Ellendale | Sussex County | DE | 3,120 | $66,601 | $225,500 |
| 19930 | Bethany Beach | Sussex County | DE | 2,873 | $118,092 | $798,300 |
| 19967 | Millville | Sussex County | DE | 2,093 | $89,545 | $450,100 |
| 19951 | — | Sussex County | DE | 1,957 | $79,698 | $427,900 |
| 19944 | Fenwick Island | Sussex County | DE | 652 | $103,125 | $1,160,100 |
| 19931 | Bethel | Sussex County | DE | 431 | $91,111 | $276,300 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Sussex County?
Sussex County, Delaware has a combined ZIP-area population of about 258,676 across 22 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Sussex County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Sussex County, Delaware is about $80,531, about 8% below the state ZIP average ($87,207), and about 7% above the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $402,850. Among ZIPs with data, 19930 (Bethany Beach) is near the top ($118,092) and 19956 (Laurel) is near the bottom ($59,085).
How many ZIP codes are in Sussex County?
Sussex County, Delaware includes 22 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Sussex County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Sussex County, Delaware with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.