Wilmington

Wilmington, Delaware Overview

Wilmington faces challenges across several categories, earning a D grade (43.5/100) and ranking #18 of 20 cities in Delaware. Even so, the city scores 73/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Safety score of 17/100.

Income & Employment in Wilmington

Wilmington’s median income of $50,420 is 37% below the state median, but positive population growth of 1.5% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 5.2%.

Safety in Wilmington

With a violent crime rate of 1310.9 per 100,000, Wilmington exceeds the Delaware average of 423. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 3629.7 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Wilmington

Wilmington has a cost of living index of 103.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $224,500. Median monthly rent is $1,187.

Health & Wellness in Wilmington

The adult obesity rate in Wilmington is 41%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 16%. Residents report an average of 18.4 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Delaware ranks #28 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Wilmington

Wilmington has a high school graduation rate of 86.6%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.4:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $20,890 per student, well above the national median. The city has 46 public schools serving 28,083 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Wilmington

Wilmington enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 57.1°F. Summers average 74.4°F. Winters average 41.7°F. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. 8.4% of commuters use public transit.

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