Wilmington, DE — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
New Castle County · Delaware
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Wilmington based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
71,124
2023 ACS
Median Income
$55,269
2023
Median Home Value
$224,500
2023
Median Rent
$1,187
2023
Median Age
37.0
Unemployment
7.6%
Cost of Living Index
101.6
100 = national avg
Wilmington is a city in New Castle County, Delaware, with a population of 71,124 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Wilmington is one of the communities in Delaware.
The median household income in Wilmington is $55,269, and the median home value is $224,500. The cost of living index is 101.6 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,187 per month. The unemployment rate is 7.6%, and the median age is 37.0 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
71,124
Male
32,981
46.4%
Female
38,143
53.6%
Median Age
37.0
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
23.4%
High School or Higher
46.3%
Foreign Born
8.3%
Veterans
4.1%
Married
24.2%
Avg Household Size
2.1
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.598
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
52.3%
Foreign Born
8.3%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
11.8%
8,428 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
88.2%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
67,228
English Only
87.1%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
5,739 speakers
Limited English
5.2%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
94.8%
Limited English Proficiency
5.2%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
2,888
4.1% of population
Disability Rate
16.2%
468 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$40,633
Unemployment Rate
1.7%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
2,634
91.2%
Female Veterans
254
8.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$40,633
Non-Veteran Income
$36,896
Difference
$3,737
10.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
468
Without Disability
2,420
Disability Rate
16.2%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
30,995
#1 Ancestry
Irish
9.2% (6,575)
#2 Ancestry
Italian
6.0% (4,248)
#3 Ancestry
German
5.6% (3,984)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
32,062
Family Households
14,656
45.7%
Married Couples
6,699
20.9%
Non-Family Households
17,406
54.3%
Single Mother Households
6,476
20.2%
Single Father Households
1,481
4.6%
Living Alone
15,140
47.2%
Children Under 18
Total Children
12,078
In Married Couple
3,833
31.7%
With Single Mother
7,265
60.2%
With Single Father
980
8.1%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$71,878
Married Couple Income
$115,397
Single Mother Income
$42,332
Single Father Income
$77,603
Avg Family Size
2.1
Avg Non-Family Size
2.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,826
Grandparents Responsible
979
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$55,269
-25% vs national
Per Capita Income
$38,786
+4% vs national
Poverty Rate
23.2%
+71% vs national
Gini Index
0.5172
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
7.6%
+47% vs national
SNAP Recipients
22.8%
of households
How Wilmington Compares
Wilmington vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Wilmington is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Wilmington, DE has a median household income of $55,269, making it the 18,789th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Wilmington has a higher median household income than 33% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Wilmington, DE has a per capita income of $38,786, making it the 9,337th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Wilmington has a higher per capita income than 67% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Wilmington, DE has a poverty rate of 23.2%, making it the 5,482nd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Wilmington has a higher poverty rate than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Wilmington, DE has a unemployment rate of 7.6%, making it the 6,417th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Wilmington has a higher unemployment rate than 79% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Wilmington. The median household income here is $55,269.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
7.6%
+44% vs DE avg
Labor Force
37,759
Employed
34,824
Mean Commute
20 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
23.4%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
46.3%
of adults 25+
Median Age
37.0
Work from Home
14.5%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$130.7K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
101.6
100 = national avg
+1.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,697
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$105,647
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,520
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,810
per month
The median household income in Wilmington, DE is $55,269, which is 24.5% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $38,786. The poverty rate of 23.2% is higher than the DE state average of 9.2%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5172, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 7.6%, compared to the state average of 5.3%. The labor force is 37,759. 23.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 20 minutes, with 14.5% working from home. About 62.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 101.6, which is 1.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 121.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,697 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$245,000
Median List Price
$245,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$158
Days on Market
44
Active Inventory
213
Months of Supply
3.3
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$319,314
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,739
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
17.2%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
35.1%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.5%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
64
New Listings
83
Pending Sales
77
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$158
Median List $/SF
$177
Wilmington vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Wilmington is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Wilmington, DE has a median home value of $224,500, making it the 10,648th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Wilmington has a higher median home value than 62% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Wilmington, DE has a median rent of $1,187, making it the 6,813th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Wilmington has a higher median rent than 69% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Wilmington, DE has a price per square foot of $158, making it the 11,771st highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Wilmington has a higher price per square foot than 43% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Wilmington, DE has a rent burden of 25.8%, making it the 2,934th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Wilmington has a higher rent burden than 87% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$224,500
Median Rent
$1,187
Total Housing Units
35,772
Vacancy Rate
10.4%
Owner Occupied
46.0%
Renter Occupied
54.0%
Median Property Tax
$1,905
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,317
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,905
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.85%
of home value
Median Home Value
$224,500
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,426
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,905) by the median home value ($224,500). In Wilmington, DE, this works out to an effective rate of 0.85%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Wilmington, DE is $245,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 44 days on the market. 17.2% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.3 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $158. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,739/month. About 46.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1946. There are 35,772 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,905. The effective tax rate is 0.85%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
11.27
per 1,000 residents
+333% vs national
Property Crime Rate
31.59
per 1,000 residents
+84% vs national
Total Crimes
3,084
2024
Violent Clearance
50%
cases solved
Property Clearance
11%
cases solved
YoY Change
-12.3%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Wilmington Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Wilmington vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Wilmington is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Wilmington police solve 56% of aggravated assault cases but only 7% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 25 | 0.35 | 36.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 5 | 0.07 | 40.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 183 | 2.54 | 36.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 598 | 8.31 | 55.5% |
| Burglary | Property | 350 | 4.86 | 20.6% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,440 | 20.01 | 10.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 483 | 6.71 | 6.8% |
Wilmington, DE reported 811 violent crimes and 2,273 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 11.27 per 1,000 residents is 333.5% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 50% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,440 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 48.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 811 | 2,273 | 11.27 | 31.59 |
| 2023 | 924 | 2,598 | 12.85 | 36.12 |
| 2022 | 847 | 2,388 | 11.99 | 33.81 |
| 2021 | 1,025 | 2,559 | 14.57 | 36.39 |
| 2020 | 1,124 | 2,600 | 16.03 | 37.09 |
| 2019 | 1,059 | 3,150 | 14.99 | 44.60 |
| 2018 | 1,101 | 3,503 | 15.47 | 49.23 |
| 2017 | 1,150 | 3,553 | 16.07 | 49.66 |
| 2016 | 1,293 | 3,554 | 17.91 | 49.24 |
| 2015 | 1,249 | 3,214 | 17.33 | 44.59 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
95.3
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
95.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
28.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
83.0
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
17
Public Assistance
$16.6M
Individual Assistance
$5.1M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
9 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Oct 2021 | $2.5M | — |
| Tropical Storm Isaias → | Hurricane | Oct 2020 | $1.3M | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Apr 2020 | $11.2M | $2.2M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snow | Mar 2016 | $23K | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Nov 2012 | $883K | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Sep 2011 | $5K | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | $308K | — |
| Severe Winter Storms and Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Mar 2010 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding F… → | Severe Storm | Nov 2004 | $345K | — |
| Tropical Storm Henri → | Hurricane | Sep 2003 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isabel → | Hurricane | Sep 2003 | — | $1.2M |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Mar 2003 | — | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Blizzard of 96 (severe Snow Storm) → | Snowstorm | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Snowfall & Winter Storm → | Snowstorm | Mar 1993 | — | — |
| Water Shortage → | Drought | Aug 1965 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Unknown | — | — | $870K |
Showing 20 of 28 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,571
Total Claims Paid
$51,671,474
Avg Claim Payout
$32,891
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
54
Federal Funding
$11,128,794
Properties Protected
59
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
3.33
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 202.2: Elevation of Private Structures - Coastal | 12 | $642,936 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 11 | $3,972,500 |
| 401.1: Water and Sanitary Sewer System Protective Measures | 4 | $897,440 |
| 204.1: Dry Floodproofing Private Structures - Riverine (Commercial) | 4 | $969,600 |
| 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 3 | $825,000 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Wilmington has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, heat wave, cold wave. The area has had 17 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (9 declarations). 1,571 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $16,559,064 in public assistance recovery funding. $5,143,970 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 54 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
41.0%
4.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.3%
2.2pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.0%
4.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.7%
2.1pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
37.2%
Arthritis
26.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
16.5%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
18.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.3%
Loneliness
34.9%
Lack of Support
26.3%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
35.3%
Mobility
18.3%
Cognitive
17.1%
Hearing
5.5%
Vision
7.9%
Self-Care
5.9%
Independent Living
11.2%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Wilmington has an obesity rate of 41.0%, which is 4.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.3%, 2.2pp below the national average. About 12.7% of adults lack health insurance. 79.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.3 mi
St Francis Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Francis Hospital | 3.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Wilmington Va Medical Center | 3.3 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 4/5 | Yes |
| Delaware Psychiatric Center | 7.3 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Meadowwood Behavioral Health System | 7.3 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Rockford Center | 10.5 mi | Psychiatric | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
4
Pop. Served
209,901
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| WILMINGTON WATER DEPARTMENT | 107,976 | 0 |
| VEOLIA WATER DELAWARE, INC | 100,495 | 0 |
| SUNLAKE TERRACE WATER SYSTEMS | 1,000 | 0 |
| PARKWOOD ESTATES | 430 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
5
Total CO₂e
1.3M MT
Top Emitter
Hay Road
913.9K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (50,000 - 100,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Hay Road Cpn Management Lp | Power Plants | 913,892 |
DE SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY CHERRY ISLAND Delaware Solid Waste Authority | Waste | 204,065 |
Edge Moor Cpn Management Lp | Power Plants | 166,549 |
DUPONT EXPERIMENTAL STATION Dupont De Nemours Inc | Other | 39,431 |
Delmarva Power & Light - Gas Delivery Exelon Corp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 22,510 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 4 water systems serving the area. 5 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 1.3M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
20 min
-16% vs national
Drive Alone
62.2%
-21% vs national
Public Transit
8.4%
+836% vs national
Work From Home
14.5%
+56% vs national
Carpool
7.1%
Walk / Bike
6.6%
combined
How Wilmington's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
5
2023
6-Year Avg
5
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
4
Nighttime
4
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 2022 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 2021 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 2020 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Wilmington, DE is 20 minutes, which is 15.8% below the national average of 23 minutes. 62.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 14.5% work from home, which is below the DE state average of 18.4%. Public transit is used by 8.4% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 7.1% of workers carpool. 5.9% walk to work. 0.7% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 5 traffic fatalities from 5 fatal crashes. 4 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
85.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
73.2%
of households
No Internet
9.7%
of households
Total Households
32,062
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
94.4%
of households
Smartphone
90.7%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
69.5%
of households
Tablet
52.9%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
16.6¢
per kWh
-8% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
12.2¢
per kWh
-17% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.5¢
per kWh
-23% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$151
residential
+5% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
3% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Delaware averages 16.6¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $151. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Wilmington vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
4
Population Served
209,901
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WILMINGTON WATER DEPARTMENT | Community | Surface water | 107,976 | 0 |
| VEOLIA WATER DELAWARE, INC | Community | Surface water | 100,495 | 0 |
| SUNLAKE TERRACE WATER SYSTEMS | Community | Ground water | 1,000 | 0 |
| PARKWOOD ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 430 | 0 |
85.9% of households in Wilmington have broadband internet access. 73.2% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 10.1% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 9.7% of households have no internet access. 19.4% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 4 water systems, providing water to 209,901 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Wilmington is located in New Castle County, DE. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Wilmington.
Election Overview
Source: New Castle County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
180,700
65.5%
GOP Votes
90,868
32.9%
Total Votes
275,917
Margin
D+32.6%
Shift from 2020
R+4.5pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 180,700 | 90,868 | 275,917 | 65.5% | 32.9% | D+32.6 |
| 2020 | 195,034 | 88,364 | 287,633 | 67.8% | 30.7% | D+37.1 |
| 2016 | 162,905 | 85,507 | 261,468 | 62.3% | 32.7% | D+29.6 |
In the 2024 presidential election, New Castle County recorded 275,917 total votes. Democrats won the county with 65.5% of the vote compared to 32.9% for Republicans, a margin of D+32.6%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+4.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, New Castle County has shifted 3.0 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
4,190
Total Assets
$34.9B
Total Income
$53.2B
Per 10K Residents
589.1
nonprofits
+1357.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
1,677
Median Assets
$1.3M
Oldest Active
1928
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $13.2B of $34.9B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Wilmington
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFWilmington, DE has 4,190 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $34.9B. The most common category is Philanthropy & Grantmaking, with 2,059 organizations. 1,677 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 589.1 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1928.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1,495
Total Approved
$399.3M
Jobs Supported
12,701
Per 10K Residents
210.2
SBA loans
+164.9% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
118
Top Lender
Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company
298 loans
Top Industry
Professional & Technical Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
1,424
Total Amount
$360.1M
Avg Loan
$252,904
Median Loan
$80,000
SBA Guaranteed
$260.8M(72%)
Jobs Supported
11,258
Loans
71
Total Amount
$39.2M
Avg Loan
$552,310
Median Loan
$289,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
280
19% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$116.5M
29% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$416,025
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Eye Care P.a. | 2 | $9.2M |
| Sunnymac Llc | 2 | $5.0M |
| Msrcosmos Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Mehul Khatiwala | 1 | $5.0M |
| Penn Cinema Riverfront Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Integrated Cash Logistics Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Tc Electric Company Inc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Gts Technical Llc | 2 | $4.8M |
| Diversified Llc | 3 | $4.2M |
| Shellhorn and Hill Inc. | 1 | $4.2M |
Wilmington, DE has received 1,495 SBA loans totaling $399.3M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 1,424 loans (95% of the total), supporting 11,258 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 71 loans totaling $39.2M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Professional & Technical Services. The most active SBA lender in Wilmington is Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company with 298 loans. That works out to 210.2 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
24
Total Population
383,777
Avg Median Income
-$83,240,895
Avg Home Value
-$83,019,167
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08023 | 289 | $87,576 | $175,800 | N/A | 0.8 |
| 08067 | 1,704 | $108,884 | $312,500 | $1,750 | 19.1 |
| 08069 | 13,413 | $68,397 | $184,000 | $1,221 | 15.9 |
| 08070 | 12,477 | $74,006 | $194,400 | $1,209 | 20.7 |
| 19060 | 11,476 | $174,756 | $516,400 | N/A | 7.7 |
| 19061 | 20,135 | $77,249 | $229,700 | $1,215 | 7.0 |
| 19317 | 10,844 | $154,933 | $588,600 | $2,003 | 21.8 |
| 19703 | 15,936 | $76,328 | $266,500 | $1,305 | 4.0 |
| 19707 | 17,366 | $172,161 | $534,300 | $2,230 | 13.2 |
| 19710 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.5 |
| 19720 | 60,593 | $75,985 | $242,600 | $1,282 | 38.3 |
| 19732 | 155 | $250,001 | $704,900 | N/A | 1.8 |
| 19735 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.5 |
| 19736 | 13 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 19801 | 16,170 | $44,505 | $196,000 | $1,126 | 4.4 |
| 19802 | 25,670 | $54,370 | $188,400 | $1,236 | 3.5 |
| 19803 | 21,971 | $133,941 | $436,200 | $1,736 | 12.7 |
| 19804 | 18,231 | $76,204 | $244,700 | $1,157 | 7.2 |
| 19805 | 40,315 | $56,708 | $220,200 | $1,203 | 5.5 |
| 19806 | 9,934 | $86,240 | $370,500 | $1,329 | 1.7 |
| 19807 | 7,763 | $156,905 | $895,400 | $1,600 | 18.2 |
| 19808 | 38,334 | $92,883 | $309,700 | $1,357 | 13.8 |
| 19809 | 15,129 | $85,988 | $308,900 | $1,373 | 6.8 |
| 19810 | 25,859 | $110,486 | $420,300 | $1,517 | 7.9 |
Wilmington, DE has 24 ZIP codes with a combined population of 383,777. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$83,240,895. The average median home value is -$83,019,167. The average median monthly rent is -$166,665,589.
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