PUBLIC REGISTRY INFORMATION
241 registered sex offenders in Wilmington, North Carolina
See the October 2026 registry snapshot for Wilmington and search the map near a specific address.
Registry snapshot
October 2026- Registry records
- 241
- Registry source
- North Carolina Sex Offender Registry
This is a snapshot. Check the official registry for current information.
Registry statistics
Population and rate comparison- Registry records per 10,000 residents
- 19.9
- Population estimate
- 120,805
- About 1 registry record per
- 501 residents
46% above New Hanover County’s rate
About this snapshot
The October 2026 snapshot lists 241 registry records in Wilmington, North Carolina. With an estimated population of 120,805, that is 19.9 registry records per 10,000 residents. This is 8% below the North Carolina statewide rate (21.6 per 10,000).
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Nearby counties
| Location | Registry records | Population estimate | Records per 10,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pender County | 179 | 65,550 | 27.3 |
ZIP codes near Wilmington
| Location | Registry records | Population estimate | Records per 10,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZIP code 28429 | 62 | 9,662 | 64.2 |
| ZIP code 28401 | 60 | 22,007 | 27.3 |
| ZIP code 28405 | 53 | 35,467 | 14.9 |
| ZIP code 28412 | 48 | 44,166 | 10.9 |
| ZIP code 28403 | 32 | 40,319 | 7.9 |
| ZIP code 28411 | 30 | 37,233 | 8.1 |
| ZIP code 28409 | 27 | 36,163 | 7.5 |
Other cities near New Hanover County
| Location | Registry records | Population estimate | Records per 10,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carolina Beach | 6 | 6,745 | 8.9 |
| Castlehayne | 1 | — | — |
| Charolotte | 1 | — | — |
| Wilimington | 1 | — | — |
| Wilmiington | 1 | — | — |
| Wrightsville Beach | 1 | 2,665 | 3.8 |
Each area shows its own total. City, county, and ZIP totals can overlap. Population figures, where shown: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year estimate.
Frequently asked questions
How many registered sex offenders are listed in Wilmington?
The October 2026 snapshot lists 241 registry records in Wilmington, North Carolina. Counts may differ from official registry totals. Check the official registry for current details.
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