Housing
Home prices and rent in Wilmington
Median home values, rents and incomes from the U.S. Census Bureau, compared with North Carolina and the U.S.
Census geography: Wilmington city, North Carolina. These survey estimates are not current listing prices.
Wilmington vs. North Carolina and the U.S.
| Wilmington | North Carolina | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value | $383,800 | $288,900 | $332,700 |
| Median rent (monthly) | $1,395 | $1,228 | $1,413 |
| Median household income | $66,738 | $72,388 | $80,734 |
| Homes owned by occupants | 48% | 67% | 65% |
| Median year built | 1989 | 1991 | 1980 |
Questions
What is the median home value in Wilmington?
$383,800, according to the Census Bureau’s 2024 American Community Survey (5-year estimates), compared with $288,900 in North Carolina and $332,700 nationally.
How much is rent in Wilmington?
Median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $1,395 a month, versus $1,228 statewide.
Are these current market prices?
No. They are survey medians from the Census Bureau, based on a five-year survey period, so they lag today’s listings. They are the most consistent way to compare places and track change over time.
U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2024), Wilmington city, North Carolina. Values are estimates with margins of error.