19971 Zip Code, Rehoboth Beach

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Rehoboth Beach

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 152 / 300 High
Violent Crime 107
7% above national avg
Property Crime 129
29% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 19971 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 19971 in Rehoboth Beach, DE has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 152, which is 52% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Rehoboth Beach.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 165, 65% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 66). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 165 (65% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 66 (34% below avg)

19971 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
119 +19% Moderate
Assault
165 +65% High
Robbery
76 -24% Low
Rape
66 -34% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
140 +40% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
129 +29% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
117 +17% Moderate

19971 Crime Map

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19971 Demographics & Context

Population
14,619
Median Income
$83,482
Home Value
$632,596
Median Age
57
Pop. Density
554/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 30%
Graduate Degree 21.9%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.7%
Black 5.3%
Hispanic 5.5%
Asian 1.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 19971, Rehoboth Beach?

Zip code 19971 in Rehoboth Beach, DE has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 152, which is 52% above the national average. Zip code 19971 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Rehoboth Beach.

Is Zip code 19971 a safe neighborhood in Rehoboth Beach?

Zip code 19971 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Rehoboth Beach, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 165), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 66). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Rehoboth Beach.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 19971?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 19971 is Assault, with a crime index of 165 (65% 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 19971?

Zip code 19971 has a population of approximately 14,619. The median household income is $83,482. The median home value is $632,596. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 19971 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 19971's overall crime rate is 52% above the national average (index 152 vs 100). Within Rehoboth Beach, 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.