Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
17%
Wilmington
Wilmington, DE Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,591
Population
75,339
Renter Mix
60% Rent
Get cozy in charming Wilmington.
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Wilmington, Delaware's largest city, combines city living with historic architecture and character. Current rental trends show one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,563 per month and two-bedroom units at $1,764, reflecting yearly increases of 2.6% and 2.8% respectively. The city offers housing options from waterfront apartments to established neighborhoods like Trolley Square and The Highlands.
The Riverfront district stands as the city's entertainment hub, featuring the popular Riverwalk, restaurants, and recreation areas. Residents have access to substantial parkland, including Brandywine Park with its walking trails and Rockford Park's open spaces. The Delaware Art Museum and Grand Opera House represent the city's commitment to the arts, while historic districts like Quaker Hill and Little Italy preserve local heritage. Widener University Delaware Law School maintains a campus in the city, and downtown Wilmington's financial district houses major banking institutions and corporate offices. Community events dot the calendar, from the summer Italian Festival to the Clifford Brown Jazz Festival.
Explore the City
Brandywine Festival of the Arts takes place in Brandywine Park.
Take a stroll along the Wilmington Riverfront, just a few minute drive from Highlands.
Colorful twin homes are common in Downtown Wilmington.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$49,216
Average: $70,542
Education
18,617
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
35,993
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Wilmington has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
60%
Non-Renters
40%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
21%
Other Education
79%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Wilmington, DE is $1,363 for a studio, $1,590 for one bedroom, $1,782 for two bedrooms, and $2,148 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Wilmington has increased by 0.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,590/month
702 Sq Ft
House
$2,146/month
1,294 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,008/month
638 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Wilmington, DE is 4.1% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Wilmington is 0.6% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,363 - $2,148. You can expect to pay 5.4% more for groceries, 2.4% more for utilities, and 8.2% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Wilmington, DE is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
555 Students
Public
Grades K-5
530 Students
Public
Grades K-5
514 Students
Public
Grades K-5
476 Students
Public
Grades K-5
464 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,169 Students
Public
Grades K-12
2,123 Students
Public
Grades K-8
945 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
841 Students
duPont (Pierre S.) Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
821 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
968 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
950 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,169 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
584 Students
Public
Grades K-12
2,123 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Fox Point State Park
- Brandywine Zoo
- Delaware Center for Horticulture
- Wilmington State Parks
- Rockwood Park & Museum
Airports
- Philadelphia International
Top Apartments in Wilmington
Houses for Rent in Wilmington
Property Management Companies in Wilmington, DE
Buccini/Pollin Group, Inc.
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33
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6,912
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8
Cities
18 Communities in Wilmington
Evergreen Apartment Group
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10
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1,638
Units
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4
Cities
7 Communities in Wilmington
Capano Management
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39
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7,794
Units
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16
Cities
5 Communities in Wilmington
Riverwood Properties
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13
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763
Units
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9
Cities
3 Communities in Wilmington
Oakmark Management
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18
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2,537
Units
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12
Cities
2 Communities in Wilmington
Capital Management Group
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10
Communities
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2,716
Units
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6
Cities
2 Communities in Wilmington
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.