Cost of Living in Sussex County, DE

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

Median Income

$75,406

Median Rent

$1,162/mo

Median Home

$324,400

Affordability

341

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,640
Property Tax$95
Insurance$108

Total Monthly$1,843
% of Income29.3%

Renting

Median Rent$1,162
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,187
% of Income18.5%

Living in Sussex County, Delaware

Sussex County has a median household income of $75,406 with housing costs that represent 29.3% of income for owners and 18.5% 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.