Cost of Living in Claymont, DE

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4%
Overall NAT. AVG.
0%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
15%
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 Claymont Delaware National
Cost of living104107100
Groceries10099100
Health care98100100
Housing115123100
Transportation9799100
Utilities98102100
Lifestyle & Entertainment102102100
Household Items102100100
Education & Childcare9999100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Claymont is 3% lower than the Delaware average
  • The cost of living in Claymont is 4% higher than the national average
  • Claymont housing is 15% 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$114,250$9,521$2,666$3,428
      Renters$74,910$6,243$1,748$2,248
      The percent of monthly income spent on housing can be a good indicator of the affordability of housing in Claymont, DE, as well as the overall cost of living. As a general rule of thumb, the debt-to-income ratio (DTI) for homeowners or renters should be not more than 28 percent of gross income to be spent on housing related costs and not more than 36 percent of income on all expenses, including debts. The median income for Claymont homeowners, is $114,250. This would allow for a maximum of $2,666 per month to be spent on housing costs. For renters, the median monthly income is $74,910 which would result in a maximum of $1,748 to be spent on rental costs.

      Delaware Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Delaware 0% 0%

      Delaware Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Delaware 2.2% 6.6%

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      Claymont, DE9,7171043.9%

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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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