Delaware, OH vs Worthington, OH

Delaware is moderately more affordable than Worthington, with a 9.6% lower cost of living index. Delaware scores 93 compared to 102 for Worthington, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Worthington can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Delaware is $1,203/month compared to $1,153/month in Worthington — a 4% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Worthington has cheaper rent, Delaware actually has lower median home values ($279,400 vs $417,700).

Median household income in Delaware is $92,928 compared to $124,734 in Worthington (-25.5%). While Worthington 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 spend roughly 15.5% of their income on rent, more than the 11.1% in Worthington.