Delaware Property Tax Rates by County (2026)

Compare effective property tax rates across 3 Delaware counties. Homeowners who believe their property is over-assessed can appeal their assessment. The deadline to appeal is Varies by county.

Effective Tax Rate

0.46%

Lower than the national median of 1.02%

Median Home Value

$329,800

Median Annual Tax Bill

$1,331

How Are Property Taxes Calculated in Delaware?

Property taxes in Delaware are based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by local tax rates set by school districts, municipalities, and other taxing authorities. The median effective tax rate across Delaware counties is 0.46%, which is below the national median of 1.02%.

If you believe your property's assessed value is too high, you have the right to appeal the assessment. TaxDrop handles the entire process — you only pay if we save you $500 or more.

All 3 Delaware Counties

County	Eff. Tax Rate	Median Home Value	Median Annual Tax Bill
Kent County →	0.46%	$290,600	$1,331
New Castle County →	0.74%	$329,800	$2,444
Sussex County →	0.33%	$353,300	$1,171

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Key Highlights

Highest Tax Rate

0.74%

New Castle County

Lowest Tax Rate

0.33%

Sussex County

Highest Tax Bill

$2,444

New Castle County

Lowest Tax Bill

$1,171

Sussex County

Think your property is over-assessed?

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How to Appeal Your Delaware Property Taxes

Filing a property tax appeal in Delaware is your legal right. Here is the basic process:

Review your annual assessment notice from your local assessor.
File your appeal before the deadline (Varies by county).
Gather evidence: recent comparable sales, photos of property condition issues, and any independent appraisals.
Attend a hearing or submit your evidence for review.
Receive a decision on your assessed value.

TaxDrop handles this entire process for you. Our experts analyze your property, build your case, and represent you. You only pay if we save you $500 or more.

Stop overpaying on property taxes

30-60% of properties are over-assessed, but only 5% of homeowners challenge their bill. TaxDrop makes it easy to fight back. No upfront cost. No fee if we save you less than $500.

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