Cost of Living in New Castle, DE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
139.4
100 = national avg
+39.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$61,323
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$144,945
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing156.5
Food120.7
Transportation141.5
Healthcare116.6
Utilities123.7
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 New Castle is 139.4, which is 39.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 156.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $61,323 per year to cover basic expenses.