Population Data
Population Data
Disparities and gaps frequently reveal themselves geographically, and efforts to address inequities benefit from local-scale data and strategies. The Data Center provides summary demographics at the state and zip code levels.
Demographics
for Zip Code 19940
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Demographic data describes the socioeconomic makeup of a particular area, from characteristics such as race, ethnicity, and age to measures of wealth. Understanding demographic diversity within Zip codes and across the state is key to establishing the context of equity and inclusion challenges in Delaware.
Population Total
5,575
People
Population Density
The population density figure in Zip Code 19940 is 135 people per square mile, which is lower than the state figure of 491 people per square mile
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State Area Deprivation Index
The state area deprivation index figure in Zip Code 19940 is 7, which is higher than the state figure of 5
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Median Household Income
The median household income figure in Zip Code 19940 is $52,770, which is lower than the state figure of $68,287
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Poverty Rate
The poverty rate percent in Zip Code 19940 is 10%, which is lower than the state percent of 11%
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Population By Race
for Zip Code 19940
2019
Race | Total Count | % of Population |
|---|---|---|
White | 4,903 | 88% |
Black | 529 | 9% |
Two or more races | 88 | 2% |
Asian | 47 | 1% |
Other race | 8 | 0% |
Native american | 0 | 0% |
Pacific islander | 0 | 0% |
Total | 5,575 | 100% |
Population By Ethnicity
for Zip Code 19940
2019
Ethnicity | Total Count | % of Population |
|---|---|---|
Non hispanic | 5,515 | 99% |
Hispanic | 60 | 1% |
Total | 5,575 | 100% |
Population By Age
for Zip Code 19940
2019
Age | Total Count | % of Population |
|---|---|---|
Under 18 | 1,280 | 23% |
Between 18 and 65 | 3,034 | 54% |
Over 65 | 1,261 | 23% |
Total | 5,575 | 100% |
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