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%)
Renting
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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