Wilmington ZIP Code List — New Castle County, DE

There are 25 unique ZIP codes in Wilmington, Delaware. Area code: 302.

ZIP codes

81.51

sq mi land

3.20

sq mi water

302

area code

Wilmington, DE ZIP code map

About Wilmington, DE

Wilmington, Delaware, is a vibrant city located in the northern part of the state, known for its picturesque riverfront and rich history. As a hub of industry and culture, Wilmington boasts a unique blend of urban energy and suburban comfort. It offers a diverse community and is recognized for its arts, entertainment, and corporate presence, making it a compelling place to live and visit.

Location & geography

Wilmington is situated in New Castle County, near the Delaware River, which serves as a significant backdrop to the city. The landscape encompasses both land and water, with Wilmington covering 81.51 square miles and including 3.20 square miles of water area. Nearby major cities include Philadelphia, approximately 30 miles to the north, and Baltimore, about 100 miles to the southwest.

Community & economy

The community of Wilmington is characterized by its urban energy while maintaining a suburban touch, with various residential neighborhoods that cater to diverse lifestyles. As a center for finance and industry, major employers in the area include DuPont and other prominent corporations. Daily life in Wilmington features a blend of cultural offerings, parks, and community events that reflect its vibrant character.

Transportation

Wilmington is conveniently served by several major highways, including I-95, which offers quick connections to neighboring cities. The nearest airport is the Wilmington Airport, approximately 5 miles away, while Philadelphia International Airport is about 25 miles north, providing further travel options. Public transit options include DART First State bus services as well as Amtrak train services, making it easy to travel around the region.

History

Wilmington has a rich historical backdrop, having been founded in the early 17th century by Swedish colonists before becoming an important colonial port. The city played a significant role during the Industrial Revolution, becoming a center for manufacturing and commerce. Today, remnants of its historical significance are evident in various landmarks, museums, and districts throughout the city.

Did you know?

A lesser-known fact about Wilmington is that it is home to a vibrant arts scene, exemplified by institutions like the Delaware Art Museum and the Grand Opera House. The city is also recognized for hosting the annual Wilmington Flower Market, which is the oldest flower market in the United States, providing a unique community event that attracts visitors each year.

ZIP codes for Wilmington, DE (25)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
19801	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19802	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19803	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19804	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19805	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19806	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19807	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19808	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19809	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19810	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19850	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19880	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19884	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19885	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19886	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19890	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19891	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19892	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19893	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19894	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19895	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19896	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19897	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19898	Wilmington	New Castle	View map
19899	Wilmington	New Castle	View map

Demographics & statistics

218,967

Population

41.1

Median age

$80,500

Median household income

$46,729

Per capita income

$337,690

Median home value

$1,297

Median monthly rent

64.4%

Home ownership

12.9%

Poverty rate

5.8%

Unemployment

66,568

Housing units

44.2%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

5,884

Under 5

6,369

5,978

5–9

6,470

6,528

10–14

7,064

6,031

15–19

6,528

5,203

20–24

5,631

15,225

25–34

16,478

13,455

35–44

14,562

13,156

45–54

14,239

7,337

55–59

7,940

7,597

60–64

8,221

10,618

65–74

11,491

5,725

75–84

6,195

2,421

85+

2,621

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Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	47,134	20.6%
18 and over	171,833	79.4%
65 and over	39,071	19.1%
Median age	41.1 years

Race & ethnicity

White 56.7%

Black or African American 24.8%

Hispanic or Latino 5.8%

Two or more races 5.1%

Asian 3.9%

Other race 3.6%

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.2%

Group	Count	%
White	131,727	56.7%
Black or African American	57,721	24.8%
Hispanic or Latino	13,552	5.8%
Two or more races	11,771	5.1%
Asian	8,959	3.9%
Other race	8,258	3.6%
American Indian / Alaska Native	488	0.2%

Household income

Under $10k 6.2%

$10k–$15k 3.5%

$15k–$25k 5.8%

$25k–$35k 7.2%

$35k–$50k 9.0%

$50k–$75k 15.4%

$75k–$100k 12.5%

$100k–$150k 16.7%

$150k–$200k 9.3%

$200k+ 14.5%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	6.2%
$10k–$15k	3.5%
$15k–$25k	5.8%
$25k–$35k	7.2%
$35k–$50k	9.0%
$50k–$75k	15.4%
$75k–$100k	12.5%
$100k–$150k	16.7%
$150k–$200k	9.3%
$200k+	14.5%
Median income	$80,500

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 3.0%

$50k–$100k 5.1%

$100k–$150k 7.2%

$150k–$200k 10.7%

$200k–$300k 26.2%

$300k–$500k 29.6%

$500k–$1M 13.9%

$1M+ 4.5%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$337,690
Median rent / month	$1,297
Owner occupied	64.4%
Renter occupied	35.6%
Vacant	7.1%
Single-family detached	47.3%
Large apartment buildings	12.0%
Mobile homes	1.0%
Median rooms	6.2
Avg household size (owned)	2.41

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.1%
2010–2019	3.2%
2000–2009	5.0%
1990–1999	5.5%
1980–1989	8.2%
1970–1979	9.7%
1960–1969	17.4%
1950–1959	20.2%
1940–1949	9.8%
1939 or earlier	20.8%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	3.4%
1 bedroom	12.6%
2 bedrooms	21.9%
3 bedrooms	36.8%
4 bedrooms	19.4%
5+ bedrooms	6.0%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	9.8%
1 vehicle	40.4%
2 vehicles	35.6%
3 or more	14.2%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	57.0%
Electricity	29.2%
Propane / LP gas	2.3%
Fuel oil	10.3%
Wood	0.1%
Solar	0.2%
No fuel used	0.4%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	34,864	38.7%
Cohabiting couple	6,336	6.7%
Male householder, no spouse	18,960	20.2%
Female householder, no spouse	31,823	34.4%
Households with children under 18	23,803	25.1%
Households with seniors (65+)	27,749	31.1%
Average household size	2.29

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	39.3%	36.9%
Married	45.8%	39.2%
Separated	1.5%	2.2%
Widowed	2.9%	8.8%
Divorced	10.4%	13.0%

Education

Less than 9th grade 2.1%

Some HS, no diploma 5.0%

HS graduate 25.7%

Some college, no degree 16.4%

Associate's degree 6.8%

Bachelor's degree 24.2%

Graduate / professional 20.0%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	93.0%
Bachelor's or higher	44.2%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	3,875	7.5%
Kindergarten	1,803	3.7%
Elementary school	20,861	42.3%
High school	11,577	24.3%
College / grad school	10,068	22.3%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 25.2%

Professional & management 13.7%

Finance & real estate 11.6%

Retail trade 10.8%

Arts, food & hospitality 7.9%

Manufacturing 7.2%

Transportation & utilities 5.7%

Construction 5.1%

Public administration 5.0%

Other services 4.4%

Wholesale trade 1.6%

Information 1.3%

Agriculture & mining 0.7%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	51.0%
Service	14.3%
Sales & office	18.8%
Natural resources & construction	6.5%
Production & transportation	9.3%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	81.0%
Government	13.5%
Self-employed	5.1%
Unpaid family workers	0.4%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	70.5%
Carpool	7.5%
Public transit	4.3%
Walk	3.0%
Other means	1.2%
Avg commute (minutes)	23.3

Poverty

All people 12.9%

Under 18 years 18.8%

18 and over 11.1%

Married-couple families 4.8%

Female-led households 20.3%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	32.3%
Retirement income	27.1%
Supplemental Security	5.2%
Cash public assistance	2.3%
Food stamps / SNAP	10.9%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	35.3%
High cholesterol	32.5%
Heart disease	6.4%
Stroke	3.2%
Asthma	10.5%
Arthritis	23.7%
Kidney disease	3.1%
Pulmonary disease	6.3%
Cancer	6.9%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	16.1%
No physical activity	24.0%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	33.5%
Fair or poor health	14.6%
Poor mental health	13.3%
Poor physical health	10.5%
No health insurance	13.5%
Visited doctor (checkup)	75.4%
Visited dentist	66.0%
Cholesterol screening	90.9%
Teeth loss	12.5%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	10,691	5.9%

Disability	%
Any disability	13.3%
Under 18	7.1%
18–64 years	10.3%
65 and over	30.2%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	72.9%
Public insurance	39.0%
Uninsured under 19	2.4%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	206,714	94.6%
Spanish	10,045	4.1%
Other Indo-European	6,930	2.5%
Asian & Pacific Islander	1,041	0.7%
Other languages	1,553	0.8%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	197,800	90.8%
Born in same state	193,955	89.2%
Born in different state	106,173	46.8%
Foreign born	3,845	1.6%
Naturalized citizen	21,167	9.2%
Not a US citizen	11,587	53.5%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
Italian	33,973	15.5%
French	19,475	8.9%
Arab	5,374	2.5%
English	1,503	0.7%
Irish	854	0.4%

Ancestry	Count	%
Polish	832	0.4%
Norwegian	681	0.3%
German	481	0.2%
Dutch	311	0.1%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	43.5%
Internet access	95.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Wilmington, DE have?

Wilmington, DE has 22 ZIP codes: 19801, 19802, 19803, 19804, 19805, 19806, 19807, 19808, 19809, 19810, 19884, 19885, 19886, 19890, 19891, 19892, 19893, 19894, 19895, 19896, 19897, 19898. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.

What is the main ZIP code for Wilmington, DE?

The primary ZIP code for Wilmington, DE is 19801. The city uses area code 302 for phone service.

What county is Wilmington, DE in?

Wilmington is located in New Castle County, Delaware.

How many ZIP codes are in Wilmington, DE?

Wilmington, DE has 22 ZIP codes.

What ZIP code is the Wilmington Downtown area located in?

Downtown Wilmington is primarily located in ZIP code 19801, which is the central business district along the Brandywine River.

Which ZIP codes serve the Riverside and East Wilmington neighborhoods?

The Riverside neighborhood and East Wilmington areas are served by ZIP codes 19805 and 19806, located in the eastern portion of the city.