Cost of Living in New Castle County, DE

What does it cost to live in New Castle County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$85,309

Median Rent

$1,327/mo

Median Home

$312,000

Affordability

378

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,578
Property Tax$198
Insurance$104

Total Monthly$1,880
% of Income26.4%

Renting

Median Rent$1,327
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,352
% of Income18.7%

Living in New Castle County, Delaware

New Castle County has a median household income of $85,309 with housing costs that represent 26.4% of income for owners and 18.7% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.