Cost of Living in Dover Base Housing, DE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
142.6
100 = national avg
+42.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,738
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,290
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing204.5
Food104.4
Transportation108.8
Healthcare103.5
Utilities123.5
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 Dover Base Housing is 142.6, which is 42.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 204.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,738 per year to cover basic expenses.