September 1, 2025: All city offices will be closed on September 1st in observance of Labor Day. Regular office hours will resume Tuesday morning.

Do I have to file a return of I work in Wilmington but live elsewhere?

You do not have to a Wilmington tax return if you work in Wilmington but live elsewhere.

Exceptions to this:

  • If you are a Federal employee working in the City of Wilmington and your city tax is not withheld, you must file a Wilmington tax return.
  • If you are self-employed in the City of Wilmington and live elsewhere, you must file a Wilmington tax return.
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