Wilmington, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
New Hanover County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Wilmington based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
118,578
2023 ACS
Median Income
$63,900
2023
Median Home Value
$350,300
2023
Median Rent
$1,311
2023
Median Age
37.5
Unemployment
4.6%
Cost of Living Index
118.9
100 = national avg
Wilmington is a city in New Hanover County, North Carolina, with a population of 118,578 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Wilmington is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median household income in Wilmington is $63,900, and the median home value is $350,300. The cost of living index is 118.9 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,311 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, and the median age is 37.5 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
118,578
Male
55,595
46.9%
Female
62,983
53.1%
Median Age
37.5
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
30.9%
High School or Higher
43.0%
Foreign Born
5.7%
Veterans
4.8%
Married
35.4%
Avg Household Size
2.1
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.432
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
72.9%
Foreign Born
5.7%
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
8.9%
10,601 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
91.1%
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+)
113,538
English Only
90.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
7,183 speakers
Limited English
4.0%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
96.0%
Limited English Proficiency
4.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
5,740
4.8% of population
Disability Rate
31.9%
1,830 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$52,986
Unemployment Rate
3.1%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
5,024
87.5%
Female Veterans
716
12.5%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$52,986
Non-Veteran Income
$36,462
Difference
$16,524
45.3% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
1,830
Without Disability
3,910
Disability Rate
31.9%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
77,140
#1 Ancestry
English
13.8% (16,325)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
10.8% (12,806)
#3 Ancestry
German
10.8% (12,797)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
55,145
Family Households
26,099
47.3%
Married Couples
18,949
34.4%
Non-Family Households
29,046
52.7%
Single Mother Households
5,616
10.2%
Single Father Households
1,534
2.8%
Living Alone
21,230
38.5%
Children Under 18
Total Children
17,926
In Married Couple
11,929
66.5%
With Single Mother
5,030
28.1%
With Single Father
967
5.4%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$93,732
Married Couple Income
$117,518
Single Mother Income
$40,526
Single Father Income
$72,581
Avg Family Size
2.1
Avg Non-Family Size
1.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
868
Grandparents Responsible
359
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$63,900
-13% vs national
Per Capita Income
$46,062
+24% vs national
Poverty Rate
16.3%
+20% vs national
Gini Index
0.5163
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.6%
-11% vs national
SNAP Recipients
12.0%
of households
How Wilmington Compares
Wilmington vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Wilmington is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Wilmington, NC has a median household income of $63,900, making it the 14,681st highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Wilmington has a higher median household income than 48% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Wilmington, NC has a per capita income of $46,062, making it the 5,763rd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Wilmington has a higher per capita income than 80% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Wilmington, NC has a poverty rate of 16.3%, making it the 9,945th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Wilmington has a higher poverty rate than 68% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Wilmington, NC has a unemployment rate of 4.6%, making it the 12,582nd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Wilmington has a higher unemployment rate than 59% 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 $63,900.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.6%
-20% vs NC avg
Labor Force
65,405
Employed
61,983
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
30.9%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
43.0%
of adults 25+
Median Age
37.5
Work from Home
17.7%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Wilmington, NC metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$89.6K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
118.9
100 = national avg
+18.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,302
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$123,622
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,513
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,659
per month
The median household income in Wilmington, NC is $63,900, which is 12.7% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $46,062. The poverty rate of 16.3% is higher than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5163, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 65,405. 30.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 70.9% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 118.9, which is 18.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 153.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,302 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$469,000
Median List Price
$452,500
Price Per Sq Ft
$269
Days on Market
77
Active Inventory
528
Months of Supply
4.6
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$406,726
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,661
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
8.8%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
32.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.4%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
114
New Listings
168
Pending Sales
172
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$269
Median List $/SF
$270
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Wilmington, NC? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Wilmington, NC metro area, home prices have risen 552.5% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 118.6%. The 10-year growth rate is 132.2%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 70.7%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 10.3%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Wilmington, NC housing market rather than Wilmington alone.
Metro area: Wilmington, NC
Wilmington vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Wilmington is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Wilmington, NC has a median home value of $350,300, making it the 5,613th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Wilmington has a higher median home value than 80% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Wilmington, NC has a median rent of $1,311, making it the 5,567th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Wilmington has a higher median rent than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Wilmington, NC has a price per square foot of $269, making it the 4,499th 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 78% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Wilmington, NC has a rent burden of 24.6%, making it the 3,719th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Wilmington has a higher rent burden than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$350,300
Median Rent
$1,311
Total Housing Units
61,188
Vacancy Rate
9.9%
Owner Occupied
46.8%
Renter Occupied
53.2%
Median Property Tax
$2,521
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,498
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,521
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.72%
of home value
Median Home Value
$350,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,126
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,521) by the median home value ($350,300). In Wilmington, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 0.72%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Wilmington, NC is $469,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 77 days on the market. 8.8% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 4.6 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $269. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,661/month. About 46.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1988. There are 61,188 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,521. The effective tax rate is 0.72%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.85
per 1,000 residents
+87% vs national
Property Crime Rate
35.15
per 1,000 residents
+104% vs national
Total Crimes
5,004
2024
Violent Clearance
41%
cases solved
Property Clearance
8%
cases solved
YoY Change
-0.5%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Wilmington Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Wilmington vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 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 42% of aggravated assault cases but only 6% 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 | 7 | 0.06 | 28.6% |
| Rape | Violent | 57 | 0.46 | 26.3% |
| Robbery | Violent | 91 | 0.73 | 39.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 449 | 3.59 | 42.3% |
| Burglary | Property | 452 | 3.61 | 19.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 3,555 | 28.42 | 7.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 390 | 3.12 | 6.2% |
Wilmington, NC reported 607 violent crimes and 4,397 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.85 per 1,000 residents is 86.6% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 41% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 3,555 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 47.9% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 607 | 4,397 | 4.85 | 35.15 |
| 2023 | 598 | 4,304 | 4.87 | 35.08 |
| 2022 | 636 | 3,427 | 5.34 | 28.76 |
| 2021 | 662 | 3,542 | 5.22 | 27.94 |
| 2020 | 807 | 3,219 | 6.42 | 25.59 |
| 2019 | 759 | 3,593 | 6.08 | 28.80 |
| 2018 | 777 | 3,639 | 6.43 | 30.09 |
| 2017 | 790 | 4,318 | 6.62 | 36.16 |
| 2016 | 759 | 4,771 | 6.44 | 40.48 |
| 2015 | 880 | 5,170 | 7.62 | 44.79 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
1
Total Killed
0
Total Injured
1
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 30, 2021 | New Hanover High School | 0 | 1 | targeted | nan |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
96.1
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
96.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
19.0
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
90.2
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
30
Public Assistance
$92.1M
Individual Assistance
$18.3M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
22 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Potential Tropical Cyclone Eight → | Tropical Storm | Oct 2024 | $928K | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Oct 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Oct 2020 | $7.8M | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $224K | $3.0M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Oct 2019 | $1.9M | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | $62.4M | $12.7M |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $3.8M | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | $1.6M | $131K |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, and Straight-li… → | Severe Storm | Oct 2010 | — | $165K |
| Hurricane Earl → | Hurricane | Sep 2010 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Hanna → | Severe Storm | Oct 2008 | $688K | — |
| Hurricane Ophelia → | Hurricane | Oct 2005 | $915K | — |
| Hurricane Ophelia → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $824K | — |
Showing 20 of 32 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
11,178
Total Claims Paid
$187,446,810
Avg Claim Payout
$16,769
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
25
Federal Funding
$8,498,217
Properties Protected
42
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.46
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 202.2: Elevation of Private Structures - Coastal | 8 | $1,692,900 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 3 | $764,274 |
| 401.1: Water and Sanitary Sewer System Protective Measures | 3 | $97,714 |
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 2 | $104,000 |
| 90.4: Mitigation Plan - Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $157,779 |
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 hurricane, lightning, winter weather. The area has had 30 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (22 declarations). 11,178 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $92,109,298 in public assistance recovery funding. $18,293,163 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 25 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
31.9%
4.2pp below the national average
Depression Rate
25.5%
2.0pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.7%
1.2pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
9.6%
1.0pp below 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
35.9%
Arthritis
26.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
12.7%
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
17.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
25.5%
Loneliness
33.3%
Lack of Support
20.8%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
32.2%
Mobility
13.0%
Cognitive
15.5%
Hearing
7.1%
Vision
5.2%
Self-Care
3.8%
Independent Living
8.5%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Wilmington has an obesity rate of 31.9%, which is 4.2pp below the national average. The depression rate is 25.5%, 2.0pp above the national average. About 9.6% of adults lack health insurance. 79.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Nearest Hospital
7.6 mi
Wilmington Treatment Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington Treatment Center | 7.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
| Strategic Behavioral Center-Leland | 13.5 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital | 19.4 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Pender Memorial Hospital | 24.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Brynn Marr Hosp | 43.0 mi | Psychiatric | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
8
Pop. Served
204,745
Violations (5yr)
1
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CFPUA-WILMINGTON | 198,740 | 0 |
| CFPUA - WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH | 5,300 | 1 |
| SILVER BLUFF NURSING HOME | 300 | 0 |
| NORTHSIDE MHP | 180 | 0 |
| OYSTER POINT S/D | 99 | 0 |
| COLLEGE VIEW MHP | 66 | 0 |
| SIMMONS HEIGHTS APARTMENTS | 35 | 0 |
| HARVEST VIEW HOA | 25 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
4
Total CO₂e
1.6M MT
Top Emitter
L V Sutton Steam Electric Plant
1.5M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (100,000 - 250,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
L V Sutton Steam Electric Plant Duke Energy Corp | Power Plants | 1,495,649 |
NEW HANOVER COUNTY SECURE LANDFILL County Of New Hanover North Carolina | Waste | 47,523 |
Gold Bond - WLM Plant Spangler Companies Inc | Minerals | 40,329 |
Stepan Stepan Co | Other | 27,067 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 8 water systems serving the area. 1 water quality violation has been reported in the past 5 years. 4 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 1.6M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
70.9%
-10% vs national
Public Transit
0.4%
-59% vs national
Work From Home
17.7%
+90% vs national
Carpool
7.0%
Walk / Bike
3.0%
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
9
2023
6-Year Avg
11
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
2
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
7
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 8 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 2021 | 17 | 17 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| 2020 | 6 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 19 | 19 | 4 | 5 | 0 |
| 2018 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Wilmington, NC covers travel times and transportation modes. 70.9% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 17.7% work from home, which is above the NC state average of 9.4%. 7.0% of workers carpool. 2.2% walk to work. 0.8% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 9 traffic fatalities from 8 fatal crashes. 2 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
89.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
78.6%
of households
No Internet
5.4%
of households
Total Households
55,145
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
95.3%
of households
Smartphone
91.1%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
83.3%
of households
Tablet
62.7%
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
14.1¢
per kWh
-18% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.6¢
per kWh
-22% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.8¢
per kWh
-21% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$144
residential
+1% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in North Carolina averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $144. 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 (100,000 - 250,000). 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
8
Population Served
204,745
Violations (5yr)
1
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CFPUA-WILMINGTON | Community | Surface water | 198,740 | 0 |
| CFPUA - WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH | Community | Purchased surface water | 5,300 | 1 |
| SILVER BLUFF NURSING HOME | Community | Ground water | 300 | 0 |
| NORTHSIDE MHP | Community | Ground water | 180 | 0 |
| OYSTER POINT S/D | Community | Purchased ground water | 99 | 0 |
| COLLEGE VIEW MHP | Community | Ground water | 66 | 0 |
| SIMMONS HEIGHTS APARTMENTS | Community | Ground water | 35 | 0 |
| HARVEST VIEW HOA | Community | Ground water | 25 | 0 |
89.9% of households in Wilmington have broadband internet access. 78.6% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 10.0% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 5.4% of households have no internet access. 7.2% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 8 water systems, providing water to 204,745 people. A total of 1 water quality violation has been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Wilmington is located in New Hanover County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Wilmington.
Election Overview
Source: New Hanover County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
68,814
49.8%
GOP Votes
67,949
49.1%
Total Votes
138,243
Margin
D+0.6%
Shift from 2020
R+1.5pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 68,814 | 67,949 | 138,243 | 49.8% | 49.1% | D+0.6 |
| 2020 | 66,138 | 63,331 | 131,830 | 50.2% | 48.0% | D+2.1 |
| 2016 | 50,219 | 54,665 | 108,737 | 46.2% | 50.3% | R+4.1 |
In the 2024 presidential election, New Hanover County recorded 138,243 total votes. Democrats won the county with 49.8% of the vote compared to 49.1% for Republicans, a margin of D+0.6%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+1.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, New Hanover County has shifted 4.7 percentage points toward Democrats.
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
1,054
Total Assets
$3.5B
Total Income
$838.9M
Per 10K Residents
88.9
nonprofits
+63.1% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
116
Median Assets
$239K
Oldest Active
1940
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $2.8B of $3.5B 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 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Wilmington
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFWilmington, NC has 1,054 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $3.5B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 154 organizations. 116 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 88.9 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1940.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1,306
Total Approved
$538.2M
Jobs Supported
12,088
Per 10K Residents
110.1
SBA loans
+52.8% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
134
Top Lender
Truist Bank
188 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
1,163
Total Amount
$454.9M
Avg Loan
$391,117
Median Loan
$125,000
SBA Guaranteed
$342.1M(75%)
Jobs Supported
10,648
Loans
143
Total Amount
$83.4M
Avg Loan
$583,035
Median Loan
$316,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
294
23% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$221.3M
41% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$752,773
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Baymont Inn | 2 | $5.9M |
| Highland Roofing Company | 3 | $5.8M |
| The Pointe Cinemas, Llc | 1 | $5.5M |
| Standard Glass Company | 1 | $5.0M |
| Charles Berry | 1 | $5.0M |
| Gray Bros. Holdings Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Cubesmart 6777 | 1 | $4.9M |
| Kiddie Academy of Wilmington South Campus | 1 | $4.7M |
| Island Creek Rv Llc | 1 | $4.5M |
| Dhmb Llc | 2 | $4.5M |
Wilmington, NC has received 1,306 SBA loans totaling $538.2M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 1,163 loans (89% of the total), supporting 10,648 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 143 loans totaling $83.4M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Wilmington is Truist Bank with 188 loans. That works out to 110.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
8
Total Population
223,849
Avg Median Income
$84,967
Avg Home Value
$413,513
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28401 | 21,820 | $52,159 | $263,000 | $1,183 | 31.0 |
| 28403 | 40,292 | $50,988 | $337,600 | $1,293 | 14.0 |
| 28405 | 35,159 | $67,809 | $337,000 | $1,405 | 23.5 |
| 28409 | 35,013 | $108,241 | $382,900 | $1,445 | 22.4 |
| 28411 | 37,303 | $94,200 | $363,600 | $1,685 | 41.2 |
| 28412 | 42,452 | $67,396 | $342,600 | $1,326 | 22.3 |
| 28429 | 9,083 | $73,259 | $231,900 | $870 | 39.7 |
| 28480 | 2,727 | $165,682 | $1,049,500 | $1,892 | 3.9 |
Wilmington, NC has 8 ZIP codes with a combined population of 223,849. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $84,967. The average median home value is $413,513. The average median monthly rent is $1,387.
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