Takoma Park, Maryland vs. Lewes, Delaware

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lewes, Delaware is 21.7% cheaper than Takoma Park, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $39,157 in Lewes, Delaware to maintain the standard of living you have in Takoma Park, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lewes, Delaware is cheaper than Takoma Park, Maryland
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
53% cheaper in Lewes
than in Takoma Park, Maryland
Takoma Park, MD vs. Lewes, DE
Compared to Takoma Park, Lewes is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.7% 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
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.6% lower
  Commute
  39.4% lower
  Health
  30.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% higher