Housing by town in New Hanover County, North Carolina
New Hanover County, North Carolina has 15 places with Census figures, and its median gross rent is $1,417 (±$32) a month (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
38.6% of its households rent.
The median gross rent was $1,031 in 2015–2019 (+37.4%; Up after inflation).
Ogden has the highest median gross rent ($2,867) and Skippers Corner the lowest ($838).
Figures last updated on .
- Median gross rent
- $1,417 (±$32)
- Households that rent
- 38.6%
- Median household income
- $75,166
- Places
- 15
Cities, towns and townships in New Hanover County
| Place | Median gross rent | Households that rent | Median household income | Median home value | Median real estate taxes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayshore | $1,532 | 16.1% | $94,632 | $525,800 | $2,000 |
| Carolina Beach | $1,513 | 15.6% | $94,398 | $566,200 | $2,822 |
| Kings Grant | $1,292 | 35.7% | $62,232 | $300,700 | $1,289 |
| Kure Beach | $1,436 | 19.9% | $104,149 | $735,100 | $3,906 |
| Murraysville | $1,777 | 22.7% | $81,167 | $320,700 | $1,470 |
| Myrtle Grove | $1,463 | 16.4% | $113,463 | $439,100 | $2,012 |
| Northchase | $1,365 | 57.5% | $59,375 | $318,400 | $1,487 |
| Ogden | $2,867 | 11.4% | $121,338 | $463,700 | $2,416 |
| Porters Neck | $1,503 | 17.4% | $119,979 | $569,700 | $2,636 |
| Sea Breeze | — | 2.0% | $69,942 | $405,100 | $2,296 |
| Silver Lake | $1,416 | 17.8% | $76,756 | $325,500 | $1,520 |
| Skippers Corner | $838 | 8.5% | $72,297 | $247,500 | $1,404 |
| Wilmington | $1,395 | 52.4% | $66,738 | $383,800 | $2,558 |
| Wrightsboro | $1,250 | 22.0% | $78,450 | $255,700 | $1,080 |
| Wrightsville Beach | $2,336 | 19.2% | $151,563 | $1,168,700 | $5,781 |
HUD income limits, fiscal year 2026
| Household size | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $22,950 | $38,250 | $61,150 |
| 2 people | $26,200 | $43,700 | $69,900 |
| 3 people | $29,500 | $49,150 | $78,650 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $54,600 | $87,350 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $59,000 | $94,350 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $63,350 | $101,350 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $67,750 | $108,350 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $72,100 | $115,350 |
How the places in New Hanover County rank across North Carolina
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Crime reported to police in New Hanover County
| Year | Violent crimes | Violent per 100,000 | Property crimes | Property per 100,000 | Residents served | Departments reporting in full |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 777 | 327 | 5,773 | 2,432 | 237,352 | 4 of 5 |
| 2024 | 780 | 321 | 5,880 | 2,422 | 242,768 | 4 of 5 |
| 2025 | 751 | 306 | 5,057 | 2,060 | 245,491 | 4 of 5 |
In 2025, the police departments that report for New Hanover County recorded 751 violent and 5,057 property crimes, 306 and 2,060 per 100,000 residents.
Departments serving 99% of the residents the FBI counts for the county reported every month that year; the rest are left out of these totals.
The county figure adds up its city and town police, its sheriff and any state police with residents of their own; a university or transit force is left out, because the people it serves are already counted by the town around them.
The FBI asks that these figures not be used to rank places or to judge how safe a neighborhood is.
Police departments in New Hanover County, 2025
| Department | Residents served | Violent crimes | Property crimes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington Police Department | 127,752 | 518 | 3,724 |
| New Hanover County Sheriff's Office | 108,399 | 203 | 1,167 |
| Carolina Beach Police Department | 6,943 | 23 | 92 |
| Wrightsville Beach Police Department | 2,397 | 7 | 74 |
| Kure Beach Police Department | 2,147 | — | — |
ZIP codes in New Hanover County
| ZIP code | Residents | Median gross rent | Median home value | Median household income | Households that rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28412 | 44,166 | $1,411 | $371,900 | $71,636 | 41.6% |
| 28403 | 40,319 | $1,380 | $386,700 | $54,547 | 64.3% |
| 28411 | 37,233 | $1,778 | $396,400 | $97,387 | 19.5% |
| 28409 | 36,163 | $1,405 | $422,600 | $111,048 | 15.6% |
| 28405 | 35,467 | $1,440 | $368,500 | $70,274 | 42.4% |
| 28401 | 22,007 | $1,274 | $298,500 | $57,968 | 58.9% |
| 28429 | 9,662 | $1,095 | $239,200 | $72,337 | 13.9% |
| 28428 | 7,136 | $1,505 | $572,700 | $93,241 | 16.1% |
| 28480 | 2,776 | $2,336 | $1,131,800 | $172,500 | 18.5% |
| 28449 | 2,131 | $1,420 | $759,700 | $107,563 | 20.0% |
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Questions about New Hanover County
What is the crime rate in New Hanover County?
In 2025, the police departments that report for New Hanover County recorded 306 violent and 2,060 property crimes per 100,000 residents (751 violent and 5,057 property crimes in all).
Which place in New Hanover County has the highest rent?
Ogden has the highest median gross rent, $2,867 (±$637) a month (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Which place in New Hanover County has the lowest rent?
Skippers Corner has the lowest median gross rent, $838 (±$309) a month.
What is the median rent in New Hanover County, North Carolina?
The median gross rent in New Hanover County is $1,417 (±$32) a month (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Sources
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — New Hanover County, North Carolina
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — New Hanover County, North Carolina
- HUD Income Limits, fiscal year 2026: Wilmington, NC HUD Metro FMR Area
- FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program, Crime Data Explorer
- FBI: Uniform Crime Reporting statistics and their proper use
- US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates for ZIP Code Tabulation Areas
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