Clayton, DE vs Delaware City, DE

Delaware City is moderately more affordable than Clayton, with a 6.4% lower cost of living index. Clayton scores 105 compared to 99 for Delaware City, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Clayton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clayton is $1,484/month compared to $1,420/month in Delaware City — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Delaware City is more affordable at $245,500 median vs $343,700.

Median household income in Clayton is $103,211 compared to $78,333 in Delaware City (+31.8%). While Clayton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Clayton spend roughly 17.3% of their income on rent, less than the 21.8% in Delaware City.