Delaware City, DE vs Ellendale, DE

Ellendale is moderately more affordable than Delaware City, with a 9% lower cost of living index. Delaware City scores 99 compared to 91 for Ellendale, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Delaware City can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Delaware City is $1,420/month compared to $1,272/month in Ellendale — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ellendale is more affordable at $223,700 median vs $245,500.

Median household income in Delaware City is $78,333 compared to $66,875 in Ellendale (+17.1%). While Delaware City is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Delaware City spend roughly 21.8% of their income on rent, less than the 22.8% in Ellendale.