Cost of Living in Delaware
The cost of living in Delaware is 1% higher than the national average
| Cost of Living in Delaware | Compared to National Average |
|---|---|
| Housing (Buy and Rent) | 5% lower |
| Utilities (Monthly) | 0% |
| Food | 4% higher |
| Healthcare | 4% higher |
| Transportation | 6% higher |
| Goods & Services | 4% higher |
Summary
The cost of living in Delaware is 1% higher than the national average. Housing is 5% lower than the national average, while utilities are 0%. When it comes to basic necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 4% higher than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs 4% higher.
Healthcare services such as doctor check-ups and dentistry cost 4% higher in Delaware compared to the national average. At the same time, non-necessary expenses such as entertainment and grooming services are 4% higher.
The cost of living in Delaware varies depending on the city you live in. The priciest city in Delaware is Wilmington, where the cost of living is 3% higher compared to the state average and 4% higher than in the rest of the U.S. The cheapest major city in Delaware is Dover, with a cost of living 5% lower below the state average and 4% lower than the national average.
| City, State | Compared to State Average | Compared to National Average |
|---|---|---|
| Wilmington, DE | 3% higher | 4% higher |
| Millsboro, DE | 1% higher | 2% higher |
| Dover, DE | 5% lower | 4% lower |