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Delaware Property Tax Calculator
Estimate annual and monthly property tax on a Delawarehome. Pre-filled with the state's ~0.57% effective rate — adjust for your town and assessment.
How property tax works in Delaware
Delaware has among the lowest property taxes in the US — roughly 0.5%–0.6% of value statewide.
Delaware property tax is county-assessed, and the school-district portion is the largest part of the bill. All three counties completed their first reassessments in decades for 2024–2025, so county rates are still settling.
Homeowners 65+ can claim the Senior School Property Tax Credit — 50% of school taxes up to $500 on a primary residence (apply by April 30).
Delaware property tax FAQ
- What is the property tax rate in Delaware?
- Delaware has among the lowest property taxes in the US — roughly 0.5%–0.6% of value statewide. On the $360,000 median home that works out to roughly $2,052 per year ($171/mo).
- How is property tax calculated in Delaware?
- Delaware property tax is county-assessed, and the school-district portion is the largest part of the bill. All three counties completed their first reassessments in decades for 2024–2025, so county rates are still settling.
- Are there property tax breaks in Delaware?
- Homeowners 65+ can claim the Senior School Property Tax Credit — 50% of school taxes up to $500 on a primary residence (apply by April 30).
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Estimates are for education only. Your actual property tax depends on local rates, assessment, and any exemptions you qualify for.