Delaware
Cost of living, salaries, housing prices, taxes and population data for Delaware. Official U.S. government data.
Living in Delaware: small state, corporate perks, no sales tax
Delaware punches above its size as the legal home of most large American corporations, which supports a solid base of legal, banking and compliance jobs around Wilmington. There is no statewide sales tax, and property taxes are modest.
Housing costs sit in the middle range nationally, with beach towns commanding premiums and inland areas staying reasonable. Income taxes are middle of the pack. Delaware works well for commuters to Philadelphia, remote workers and anyone who wants mid-Atlantic access without big-state overhead.
Quick answers: Delaware
Delaware vs the national average
- Income 10% above the national median ($75,561).
- Median home value 20% above the national median ($272,900).
County Explorer — Delaware
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