Local supply and market context for residential assisted living in Wilmington.
Updated July 2026
Wilmington, DE has 14 licensed assisted living homes (747 beds, averaging 53.4 per home). It sits in New Castle County, a strong RAL market scoring 8.8/10, with 39,753 seniors 75+ growing 13.3%.
Licensed homes
14
Wilmington
Licensed beds
747
total
Avg home size
53.4 beds
per home
County opportunity
8.8/10
Strong
The Wilmington assisted living market
Wilmington has 14 licensed assisted living homes totaling 747 beds — an average of 53.4 beds per home, skewing toward larger communities. As part of New Castle County, it draws on a 75+ population of 39,753 growing 13.3%, with a senior median income of $68,907. See the full New Castle County market or all Delaware top markets.
Frequently asked questions
How many assisted living homes are in Wilmington, DE?
Wilmington has 14 licensed assisted living homes with about 747 total beds.
Is Wilmington a good place to open an assisted living home?
Wilmington is in New Castle County, which scores 8.8/10 (Strong) on RAL Market Scout; its 75+ population is growing 13.3%. Current local supply is 14 homes.
What county is Wilmington in?
Wilmington is in New Castle County, Delaware.
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Sources: Home and bed counts from the Delaware licensing roster (RAL Market Scout pipeline). County demand, growth, and income from U.S. Census ACS. Snapshot: 2026-07. Informational only — not legal, financial, or investment advice.