Delaware

Property Tax Rates & Rules

0.43%

Effective Rate

$1,548

Median Annual Tax

$360k

Median Home Value

None

Homestead Exempt

Full Tax Details

Avg Effective Rate0.43%

Median Home Value$360,000

Median Annual Tax$1,548

Assessment RatioVariable

Homestead ExemptionNo

Senior ExemptionYes

Highest Rate CountyNew Castle

Lowest Rate CountySussex

Payment ScheduleAnnual payment; usually due September 30.

Assessment Method

Assessments based on base years (e.g., Sussex uses 1974; New Castle 2023).

Senior Exemption Details

Senior School Property Tax Credit: 50% of school taxes up to $500 for those 65+.

How to Appeal Your Assessment

Appeal to County Board of Assessment Review during specific annual windows.

Official Source

Delaware Tax Authority

Last verified: 2026-03-31 · Always confirm current rates before making real estate decisions.