Cost of Living in Bethany Beach, DE

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53%
Overall NAT. AVG.
7%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
160%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Bethany Beach Delaware National
Cost of living153107100
Groceries10799100
Health care109100100
Housing260123100
Transportation11099100
Utilities106102100
Lifestyle & Entertainment111102100
Household Items104100100
Education & Childcare10899100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Bethany Beach is 44% higher than the Delaware average
  • The cost of living in Bethany Beach is 53% higher than the national average
  • Bethany Beach housing is 160% higher than the national average
  • Delaware general sales tax is 100% lower than the national average
  • Delaware state income tax is 15% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$141,188$11,766$3,294$4,236
      Renters$0$0$0$0

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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