Cost of Living in Wilmington, NC
Population: 118,578 • 2026 Data
$63,900
Median Household Income
-17% vs national
$1,311
Median Monthly Rent
-3% vs national
$350,300
Median Home Value
+3% vs national
4.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Wilmington
The median home value in Wilmington, NC is $350,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,311, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,371.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.6%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Wilmington, NC is $63,900. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6%, with a labor force of 65,405 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.