Lewes, DE vs Pike Creek, DE

Lewes, DE and Pike Creek, DE have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.6% difference in their overall index. Lewes scores 139 while Pike Creek scores 139 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Lewes is $1,271/month compared to $2,294/month in Pike Creek — a 45% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lewes has cheaper rent, Pike Creek actually has lower median home values ($414,700 vs $806,700).

Median household income in Lewes is $92,375 compared to $135,703 in Pike Creek (-31.9%). While Pike Creek is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lewes spend roughly 16.5% of their income on rent, less than the 20.3% in Pike Creek.