3 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in Delaware
If you are comparing property taxes across Delaware, these 3 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, New Castle County, comes in at 0.74% — 0.21% higher than the Delaware average (0.53%). The statewide effective rate is 0.53%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Castle County | 0.74% | $2,444 | $329,800 |
| 2 | Kent County | 0.46% | $1,331 | $290,600 |
| 3 | Sussex County | 0.33% | $1,171 | $353,300 |
How this ranking is calculated
The effective property tax rate is the median annual property tax paid divided by the median home value in each county, expressed as a percentage. It is the most practical way to compare property tax burden between counties because it neutralizes differences in home values.
Counties with the highest rates in Delaware often share a few characteristics: lower home values and/or higher millage rates driven by school and local service funding needs.
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