Based on the historical population data for ZIP code 19944 in Fenwick Island, Delaware, the area can be classified as rural, with a population density consistently below 500 people per square mile from 2010 to 2022. In 2022, the population density was 492.74 people per square mile, just slightly below the rural threshold.

The population in this ZIP code has fluctuated over the years, ranging from a low of 472 in 2012 to a high of 713 in 2020. Despite these fluctuations, the overall trend shows a gradual increase in population, with the 2022 population of 611 being higher than the 2010 population of 523.

Given the rural classification and the estimated 234 housing units corresponding to the 2022 population, it is likely that the area features larger living spaces, ranging from 1 to 5 acres, with a lower density of infrastructure and public services compared to more urban areas. The lifestyle in this ZIP code is likely to be community-oriented, centered around local schools and small businesses, with residents engaging in activities such as hobby farming, horse ownership, and outdoor recreational pursuits due to the natural environment.