Cost of Living in Highland Acres, DE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
141.7
100 = national avg
+41.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,343
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$147,357
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing146.0
Food127.7
Transportation155.4
Healthcare122.2
Utilities125.8
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 Highland Acres is 141.7, which is 41.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 146.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,343 per year to cover basic expenses.