Cost of Living in Townsend, DE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
172.0
100 = national avg
+72.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$75,685
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$178,892
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing164.1
Food167.0
Transportation158.5
Healthcare153.6
Utilities153.0
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 Townsend is 172.0, which is 72.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 164.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $75,685 per year to cover basic expenses.