Census ACS 2023 · 11 cities
Cities in Delaware With Highest Rent
Rent prices directly impact affordability for the many residents who don't own their homes. In Delaware, Hockessin Cdp has the highest median rent at $2,980. Rent varies based on local housing supply, demand, proximity to employment centers, and overall cost of living. For renters evaluating where to live in Delaware, this ranking shows how monthly housing costs compare across the state's 11 major cities.
Source: Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
| # | City | Median Rent | Home Value | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wilmington city | $1,187 | $224,500 | $55,269 |
| 2 | Smyrna town | $1,398 | $273,400 | $70,473 |
| 3 | Pike Creek Valley Cdp | $1,602 | $299,500 | $93,896 |
| 4 | Newark city | $1,611 | $357,600 | $71,373 |
| 5 | Milford city | $1,182 | $274,600 | $55,265 |
| 6 | Middletown town | $1,567 | $399,500 | $115,252 |
| 7 | Hockessin Cdp | $2,980 | $550,200 | $172,695 |
| 8 | Glasgow Cdp | $1,821 | $346,200 | $109,803 |
| 9 | Dover city | $1,252 | $248,500 | $58,336 |
| 10 | Brookside Cdp | $1,381 | $264,800 | $72,031 |
| 11 | Bear Cdp | $1,676 | $280,200 | $88,985 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hockessin Cdp is the #1 ranked city in Delaware by median rent, with a value of $2,980 according to Census ACS 2023 data.
Delaware has 11 cities with 10,000+ population tracked in Census ACS 2023 data.
All data comes from the American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-Year estimates by the US Census Bureau.
Data from the American Community Survey 2023 5-Year estimates. Covers cities with populations of 10,000 or more in Delaware.