Cost of Living in Wilmington, DE
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
101.6
100 = national avg
+1.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,697
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$105,647
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing121.9
Food92.2
Transportation87.0
Healthcare93.8
Utilities99.7
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 Wilmington is 101.6, which is 1.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 121.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,697 per year to cover basic expenses.