Cost of Living in Camden, DE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.5
100 = national avg
+13.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,947
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$118,056
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing143.0
Food97.3
Transportation94.6
Healthcare97.8
Utilities107.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,165
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,470
per month
The overall cost of living index in Camden is 113.5, which is 13.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 143.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,947 per year to cover basic expenses.