Cost of Living in Smyrna, DE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
118.4
100 = national avg
+18.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,112
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$123,175
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing140.5
Food103.9
Transportation107.7
Healthcare103.1
Utilities110.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,165
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,470
per month
The overall cost of living index in Smyrna is 118.4, which is 18.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 140.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,112 per year to cover basic expenses.