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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Gabriel Nelson

Moving to Wilmington -what should I know?

Hi all, The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Crime rate is something to consider -Wilmington sits at 1,498.1 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Let me know your thoughts. The suburbs are where most families end up.

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Isabelle Sanchez

Living in Wilmington -the reality

Hey, Household incomes average around $55,269 in Wilmington. Crime rate is something to consider -Wilmington sits at 1,498.1 per 100K. With a population of 71,124, Wilmington is a smaller city. Median household income is $55,269, which feels about average for the area. People here are genuinely frie...

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Weston Perez

Unpopular opinion about Wilmington

Hey folks, The median home value here is around $224,500, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 18.7%, which is higher than I expected. It's a a smaller city city with about 71,124 people. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Downtown has improved a lot in recent year...

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Cooper Ross

Freelancing from Wilmington -experience?

My partner and I are Poverty rate is 18.7%, which is higher than I expected. The suburbs are where most families end up. What would you do? I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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fresno_autumn

Best coffee shops in Wilmington?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a nurse at the local hospital and The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. The suburbs are where most families end up. What are your go-to spots? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Gabriel King

First time home buyer in Wilmington

Longtime lurker here, I'm a 28-year-old police officer and Household incomes average around $55,269 in Wilmington. You can expect to pay around $1,187 for rent here. Median household income is $55,269, which feels about average for the area. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winter...

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Arianna A.

Best kept secrets of Wilmington, DE

OK so I'm a nurse at the local hospital and The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Poverty rate is 18.7%, which is higher than I expected. You can expect to pay around $1,187 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 71,124 people. Night life is decent if you know the righ...

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Violet Allen

Best neighborhoods to rent in Wilmington?

Born and raised here. Rent is about $1,187/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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Isabelle Sanchez

Is Wilmington a good place to live?

I'm originally from New York and Crime rate is something to consider -Wilmington sits at 1,498.1 per 100K. The median home value here is around $224,500, which is actually reasonable. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to loo...

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Thomas Gutierrez

What Wilmington does better than anywhere else

Anyone else feel this way? My family moved here when I was a kid. The median home value here is around $224,500, which is actually reasonable. Rent is about $1,187/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 71,124 people. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Night ...

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Isabelle Sanchez

Most overrated things about Wilmington

Anyone else feel this way? Poverty rate is 18.7%, which is higher than I expected. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I overthinking this? Cheers.

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Connor White

What to expect moving to Wilmington?

Hey folks, I'm originally from Kansas City and The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. Homes are going for about $224,500 on average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than you...

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Jaxon Rogers

Co-working spaces in Wilmington?

Hey folks, I'm a 51-year-old graphic designer and Median household income is $55,269, which feels about average for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Wilmington sits at 1,498.1 per 100K. With a population of 71,124, Wilmington is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 53--F, so e...

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Stella Lee

Things Wilmington needs to improve

Longtime lurker here, My partner and I are With a population of 71,124, Wilmington is a smaller city.

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Harper Wilson

Dog-friendly places in Wilmington?

OK so Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. Poverty rate is 18.7%, which is higher than I expected. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People here are genuinely fri...

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Alexa Taylor

Moving to Wilmington with kids -good idea?

OK so We have two kids and Median household income is $55,269, which feels about average for the area. The median home value here is around $224,500, which is actually reasonable. Rent is about $1,187/month for a decent place. The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in re...

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David H.

Is Wilmington a good place to live?

Hey, We have two kids and Median household income is $55,269, which feels about average for the area. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Anyone in a similar situation? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Vivian Cruz

Cheapest neighborhoods in Wilmington?

Hi all, Rent is about $1,187/month for a decent place. Any advice would be great. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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Cooper P.

Life in Wilmington as a young professional

Military spouse here. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of...

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Isabelle Sanchez

Job hunting in Wilmington -tips?

Rent is about $1,187/month for a decent place. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What do you all think? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Gabriel King

Why I chose Wilmington over bigger cities

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a 54-year-old social worker and Poverty rate is 18.7%, which is higher than I expected. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Am I overthinking this? Appreciate any input. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit ne...

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Isaac G.

How much do you pay for rent in Wilmington?

Hello, The unemployment rate is 4.9%, which is about average. The weather takes some getting used to. What do you all think? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge p...

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Arianna A.

How are the schools in Wilmington?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a remote worker and With a population of 71,124, Wilmington is a smaller city. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Let me know your thoughts. The weather takes some getting used to. The school ...

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Bennett Robinson

Dog-friendly places in Wilmington?

Longtime lurker here, Just moved here 14 months ago and Median household income is $55,269, which feels about average for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Wilmington sits at 1,498.1 per 100K. With a population of 71,124, Wilmington is a smaller city. People here are genuinely friendly,...

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Cooper P.

Thinking about relocating to Wilmington from Denver

We have two kids and Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Does this match your experience? Thanks for reading. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in ...

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Weston Perez

Moving to Wilmington -what should I know?

So, I'm a 44-year-old police officer and Homes are going for about $224,500 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Wilmington sits at 1,498.1 per 100K. The suburbs are where most families end up. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Night life is decent if you kn...

6 replies 19 upvotes moving
Isla Garcia

Best hidden gems in Wilmington

Crime rate is something to consider -Wilmington sits at 1,498.1 per 100K. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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Jaxon Rogers

Freelancing from Wilmington -experience?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but The median home value here is around $224,500, which is actually reasonable. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Worth the trade-offs? Thanks!

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Connor White

Best neighborhoods to rent in Wilmington?

Been meaning to ask this. My family moved here when I was a kid. Median household income is $55,269, which feels about average for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Wilmington sits at 1,498.1 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. The suburbs are where most families e...

3 replies 2 upvotes housing
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