What is the property tax rate in Wilmington, NC?

Wilmington has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.72%. On a median home valued at $350,300, homeowners pay approximately $2,521 per year in property taxes.

How does Wilmington compare to New Hanover County?

Wilmington's effective rate of 0.72% is 33% higher than the New Hanover County average of 0.54%. The county-wide median annual tax is $2,105, while Wilmington homeowners pay an estimated $2,521.

How much are property taxes in Wilmington on a $300,000 home?

Based on Wilmington's effective rate of 0.72%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,160 per year, or about $180 per month.

Wilmington Property Tax Rate

New Hanover County, North Carolina

0.72%effective rate

Wilmington is located in New Hanover County, North Carolina. Homeowners in Wilmington pay a median of $2,521 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $350,300, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.72%. This is 33% higher than the New Hanover County average of 0.54%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.72%

vs 0.54% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,521

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$350,300

2024 estimate

Population📍

118,578

Wilmington, NC

How Wilmington Compares

Wilmington

0.72%

New Hanover County Average

0.54%

North Carolina Average

0.66%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Wilmington

Property taxes in Wilmington are collected by New Hanover County. Tax exemptions available to New Hanover County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Wilmington. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the New Hanover County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,160

$180/month · Rate: 0.72%

New Hanover County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.