Cost of Living in Chadds Ford, PA

With a cost of living index of 116, Chadds Ford, PA is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 16% more expensive than the national average and 33% above the Pennsylvania state average of 83. Chadds Ford is a small community of 1,403 residents.

The median household income in Chadds Ford is $169,250, which is 125% higher than the national median of $75,149. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Chadds Ford. The area sees an average annual temperature of 52.3°F, with summers averaging 72°F and winters around 33°F. Annual rainfall totals 47.1 inches spread over roughly 128 days.

Everyday prices in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.