Delaware property tax
South region · 3 counties · Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)
Delaware has a population-weighted effective property-tax rate of 0.59% of home value (Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)) — -45.6% versus the US average of 1.08%, below the US average effective rate. The typical bill is about $1,926 on a median home worth around $328,378. Delaware ranks #38 of 51 states by property-tax rate (1 = highest). Within the state, New Castle County is highest at 0.74% and Sussex County is lowest at 0.33%.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
Delaware property tax at a glance
| Figure | Delaware |
|---|---|
| Effective property-tax rate (pop-weighted) | 0.59% |
| Median-of-counties rate | 0.46% |
| Typical median bill | $1,926 |
| Typical median home value | $328,378 |
| Versus US average rate | -45.6% (US avg 1.08%) |
| State rank (1 = highest of 51) | #38 |
| Counties | 3 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
Delaware counties ranked by property-tax rate
Counties in Delaware, highest effective rate first. Counties with their own page are linked.
| Rank | County | Median tax/yr | Median home value | Effective rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Castle County | $2,444 | $329,800 | 0.74% |
| 2 | Kent County | $1,331 | $290,600 | 0.46% |
| 3 | Sussex County | $1,171 | $353,300 | 0.33% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
How Delaware compares with other states
| State | Effective rate | Median bill | vs US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware (this state) | 0.59% | $1,926 | -45.6% |
| Arkansas | 0.59% | $1,069 | -45.7% |
| Tennessee | 0.60% | $1,580 | -44.8% |
| District of Columbia | 0.58% | $4,180 | -46.6% |
| Wyoming | 0.57% | $1,794 | -47.1% |
| Idaho | 0.55% | $2,047 | -49.1% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the property-tax rate in Delaware?
Delaware's population-weighted effective property-tax rate is 0.59% of home value (Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)), -45.6% versus the US average of 1.08%. The typical bill works out to about $1,926 on a $328,378 home. It ranks #38 of 51 states (1 = highest).
Which Delaware county has the highest property tax?
In Delaware, New Castle County has the highest effective property-tax rate at 0.74% (median tax $2,444). The lowest is Sussex County at 0.33%. Source: Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year).
Is property tax high in Delaware?
Delaware is low on property tax at a 0.59% effective rate, below the US average effective rate. The median Delaware home is worth about $328,378 and the median bill is around $1,926. Rates vary widely between its 3 counties.
How is the Delaware property-tax rate calculated?
It is a population-weighted average of each county's effective rate (median real estate taxes paid / median home value), using Census ACS 2023 5-year tables B25103 and B25077. A median-of-counties rate (0.46%) is also computed as a check. These are area medians, not statutory mill rates.
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Source & accuracy
State figures aggregate county-level Census ACS (2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)) data (median real estate taxes paid B25103, median home value B25077), population-weighted. US public domain. These are area medians, not statutory rates or your individual bill — your property tax depends on your assessed value, exemptions and local levy. Verify with your county assessor. See our methodology and disclaimer.
Last updated: 2026-06-20