New Hanover County is nestled in the state of North Carolina. With a land mass of 327 square miles, New Hanover County is one of the smaller counties in the state, while in regards to population it is near the top with 16,030 inhabitants. New Hanover County's population density of urban makes it one of the least heavily populated areas in the state. The county's largest city is Wilmington, with a population of 144,319.
New Hanover County is one of the more prosperous regions in the state. The median income for New Hanover County residents is $40,946, putting the region in in the top fifth of all counties in North Carolina. Reflecting this, the average house value in New Hanover County is $139,198, well above the state average of $104,755.
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