Cost of Living in Lewes, DE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
159.6
100 = national avg
+59.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$70,226
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$165,989
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing224.8
Food120.6
Transportation108.4
Healthcare116.5
Utilities137.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,066
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,399
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lewes is 159.6, which is 59.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 224.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $70,226 per year to cover basic expenses.