Delmar, DE vs Millsboro, DE

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Delmar is 17% cheaper than Millsboro. With a cost index of 79 vs 95, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Delmar to Millsboro should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Delmar is $875/month compared to $1,207/month in Millsboro — a 28% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Delmar is more affordable at $222,700 median vs $297,000.

Median household income in Delmar is $61,344 compared to $77,750 in Millsboro (-21.1%). While Millsboro is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Delmar spend roughly 17.1% of their income on rent, less than the 18.6% in Millsboro.