Wilmington Island City Property Records in Georgia

Wilmington Island is an unincorporated, mostly residential island community east of Savannah in Chatham County, and its properties are handled through Chatham County rather than a municipal government.

The Chatham County Clerk of Superior Court in Savannah records deeds, security deeds, liens and plats. Appraised values and parcel details come from the Chatham County Board of Assessors, and the Chatham County Tax Commissioner issues and collects tax bills. Zoning questions go to the Chatham County-Savannah Metropolitan Planning Commission. The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) offers statewide searches of recorded real estate documents, and the Georgia Archives holds historic records.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$92,578
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$361,600
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$3,023
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
0.84%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$1,680 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
77%
Population
Population:
14,457

Wilmington Island Property and Community Statistics

What Is the Population Profile of Wilmington Island

Wilmington Island's population is predominantly White, at 91% (13,118 residents), followed by Hispanic residents at 2% (337) and Asian residents at 2% (320). Residents of two or more races account for 2% (266), Black residents for 2% (220), and other race residents for 1% (196). American Indian and Pacific Islander groups each show 0% (0 residents).

White
91%
13,118
Hispanic
2%
337
Asian
2%
320
Black
2%
220
Two + Races
2%
266
Other Race
1%
196
American Indian
0%
0
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Wilmington Island, Ratings Compared Across Georgia B+

Wilmington Island's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. Access to Restaurants and Good for Retirees each earn an A, and Jobs an A-. Other notable ratings include Health & Fitness, Nightlife, Weather, Access to Parks, Good for Families and Good for Young Professionals (B+), and Commute, Access to Outdoor Activities and Housing (B). Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

Public Schools
Public Schools
B-
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B-
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
B+
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
B
Nightlife
Nightlife
B+
Weather
Weather
B+
Commute
Commute
B
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
B-
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
B-
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
B
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
B+
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
A
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
B-
Good for Families
Good for Families
B+
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
A
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
B+
Housing
Housing
B
Jobs
Jobs
A-
Walkability
Walkability
C+

How Educated Is Wilmington Island

Wilmington Island's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Bachelor Degree (31%), High School (19%), and Some College (15%). The data also includes other available education levels.

Bachelor Degree
31%
High School
19%
Masters Degree
15%
Some College
15%
Associate Degree
6%
Below High School
2%
Doctorate
2%

When Were Homes Built

Wilmington Island's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1980 - 1999 (40%), followed by 1960 - 1979 (36%) and 2000 - Present (16%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

1980 - 1999
40%
1960 - 1979
36%
2000 - Present
16%
Before 1939
4%
1940 - 1959
4%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Wilmington Island's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (49%), followed by 4 Bedrooms (22%) and 2 Bedrooms (20%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

3 Bedrooms
49%
4 Bedrooms
22%
2 Bedrooms
20%
1 Bedroom
5%
5 or More Bedrooms
3%
No Bedrooms
2%

What Is the Average Age

Wilmington Island's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (22%), 55 - 64 (17%), and 35 - 44 (16%). The data also includes other available age groups.

65 Plus
22%
55 - 64
17%
35 - 44
16%
Under 10
13%
25 - 34
12%
45 - 54
9%
10 - 17
7%
18 - 24
4%

Property Market Trends at Wilmington Island

Wilmington Island's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $361,600. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,680 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Wilmington Island's dynamic real estate landscape.

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