19966 Zip Code, Millsboro

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Millsboro

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 94 / 300 High
Violent Crime 88
12% below national avg
Property Crime 109
9% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 19966 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 19966 in Millsboro, DE has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 94, which is 6% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Millsboro.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 131, 31% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 82). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 131 (31% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 82 (18% below avg)

19966 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
88 -12% Average
Assault
95 -5% Average
Robbery
86 -14% Average
Rape
82 -18% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
131 +31% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
106 +6% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
91 -9% Average

19966 Crime Map

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19966 Demographics & Context

Population
29,294
Median Income
$68,805
Home Value
$358,246
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
284/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.9%
Graduate Degree 5.9%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 80.5%
Black 10.6%
Hispanic 7.6%
Asian 1.4%
19966 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 19966, Millsboro?

Zip code 19966 in Millsboro, DE has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 94, which is 6% below the national average. Zip code 19966 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Millsboro.

Is Zip code 19966 a safe neighborhood in Millsboro?

Zip code 19966 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Millsboro, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 131), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 82). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Millsboro.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 19966?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 19966 is Burglary, with a crime index of 131 (31% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 19966?

Zip code 19966 has a population of approximately 29,294. The median household income is $68,805. The median home value is $358,246. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 19966 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 19966's overall crime rate is 6% below the national average (index 94 vs 100). Within Millsboro, 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.