Cost of Living in Hockessin, DE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
247.5
100 = national avg
+147.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$108,909
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$257,421
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing301.5
Food182.0
Transportation264.0
Healthcare165.6
Utilities189.5
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 Hockessin is 247.5, which is 147.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 301.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $108,909 per year to cover basic expenses.