19939 Zip Code, Dagsboro

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Dagsboro

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 81 / 300 High
Violent Crime 96
4% below national avg
Property Crime 93
7% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 19939 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 19939 in Dagsboro, DE has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 81, which is 19% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Dagsboro.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 115, 15% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 69).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 115 (15% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 69 (31% below avg)

19939 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Dagsboro city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
90 -10% Average
Assault
69 -31% Low
Robbery
115 +15% Moderate
Rape
108 +8% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
81 -19% Average
Larceny / Theft
103 +3% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
95 -5% Average

19939 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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19939 Demographics & Context

Population
7,113
Median Income
$78,695
Home Value
$451,277
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
239/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.7%
Graduate Degree 10.2%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.2%
Black 11.8%
Hispanic 7.4%
Asian 0.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 19939, Dagsboro?

Zip code 19939 in Dagsboro, DE has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 81, which is 19% below the national average. Zip code 19939 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Dagsboro.

Is Zip code 19939 a safe neighborhood in Dagsboro?

Zip code 19939 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Dagsboro, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 115), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 69). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Dagsboro.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 19939?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 19939 is Robbery, with a crime index of 115 (15% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 19939?

Zip code 19939 has a population of approximately 7,113. The median household income is $78,695. The median home value is $451,277. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 19939 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 19939's overall crime rate is 19% below the national average (index 81 vs 100). Within Dagsboro, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.