Tax time has come and gone once again, but it will be back next year! If you're one of those people who hate paying taxes, you'll want to pay attention to the cities that offer the best "effective tax rate," or lowest amount taken for property taxes, sales tax, excise tax, and income tax. But before you pack your bags, consider this: Wilmington, Delaware is one of those cities! For those who despise paying taxes, here are just a few reasons Wilmington is the place for you:

Effective Tax Rate
Like I mentioned above, the effective tax rate is important to pay attention to for homeowners in a given city. And Delaware tops the list for most effective tax rate as this number for all of its citizens is under six percent! While it may be the second smallest state in the U.S., Delaware has no sales tax and boasts a relatively low cost of living for its residents.

Lots to Offer, Low Taxes
Wilmington could be characterized as one of those cities with the most bang for your buck. The largest city in the state, it has all of the charm of a small town and a deep history, offering residents quaint parks and gardens, but also all of the perks of a big city. Wilmington is rich in culture with attractions like the Playhouse, Grand Opera House, and Delaware Theater Company as well as many music festivals during the warmer months. What's more, the city offers all of this without the burden of a heavy tax rate.

Low Cost of Living
The low cost of living, compared to the state and U.S. as a whole, may be what drives many to build businesses and homes in Wilmington. For instance, "the median household income from 2008 to 2012 was $39,761," which is quite a bit lower than the state's $60,119," reported Credit Card Insider. "The nation's median income was $53,046, higher than Wilmington but lower than Delaware."

​Low Cost of Housing
Wilmington also has a low cost of housing— "the median value of owner-occupied housing was $179,300, which was lower than Delaware's $241,100 and the United States' median home value of $181,400," Credit Card Insider added.

Wilmington is a great place to live and its low taxes allow both residents and budding businesses to grow and succeed. Ready to call Wilmington your home too? Whether you're relocating or simply ready for a change, contact us today and we'll fill you in on the area's real estate market, plus how you can succeed in buying a home!

You can also learn more about the buying process at our FREE First Time Homebuyer Seminars! 

Katina Geralis
Wilmington, DE Real Estate Expert
Keller Williams Realty
Wilmington Real Estate
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