Cost of Living in Milton, DE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
120.8
100 = national avg
+20.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,143
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$125,611
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing157.1
Food99.6
Transportation99.2
Healthcare99.7
Utilities111.2
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 Milton is 120.8, which is 20.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 157.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,143 per year to cover basic expenses.