Cost of Living in Brookside, DE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
119.3
100 = national avg
+19.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,476
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$124,035
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing139.9
Food105.1
Transportation110.1
Healthcare104.0
Utilities111.0
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 Brookside is 119.3, which is 19.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 139.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,476 per year to cover basic expenses.