Sterling, Virginia vs. Lewes, Delaware

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lewes, Delaware is 11.8% cheaper than Sterling, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $44,118 in Lewes, Delaware to maintain the standard of living you have in Sterling, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lewes, Delaware is cheaper than Sterling, Virginia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
50% cheaper in Lewes
than in Sterling, Virginia
Sterling, VA vs. Lewes, DE
Compared to Sterling, Lewes is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.5% higher
  Commute
  26.6% lower
  Health
  11.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.2% lower