Sussex County, Delaware Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Delaware. Population: 83,879.
The median annual property tax in Sussex County is $1,171, which is 29% lower than the Delaware state average and 39% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.33% on a median home value of $353,300. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,171
-29% vs State
-39% vs US
Median Home Value
$353,300
+9% vs State
+67% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.33%
-35% vs State
-65% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,241
$103/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,041
$87/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,171 +4.4% | 0.33% |
| 2022 | $1,122 +9.3% | 0.35% |
| 2021 | $1,027 +7.8% | 0.36% |
| 2020 | $953 +5.0% | 0.35% |
| 2019 | $908 | 0.35% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$78,162
per year
Monthly Tax
$98
per month
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What is the average property tax in Sussex County, Delaware? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sussex County is $1,171 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.33% on a median home value of $353,300.
How does Sussex County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sussex County are 39% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.33% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sussex County? ▼
In Sussex County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,241 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,041. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sussex County? ▼
Property taxes in Sussex County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $78,162. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.