Cost of Living in Selbyville, DE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
124.8
100 = national avg
+24.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,894
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$129,749
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing136.7
Food112.6
Transportation125.1
Healthcare110.0
Utilities114.9
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 Selbyville is 124.8, which is 24.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 136.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,894 per year to cover basic expenses.