Cost of Living in Arden, DE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
139.3
100 = national avg
+39.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$61,289
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$144,865
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing178.6
Food111.5
Transportation122.9
Healthcare109.2
Utilities122.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,520
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,810
per month
The overall cost of living index in Arden is 139.3, which is 39.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 178.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $61,289 per year to cover basic expenses.