Bear, DE Cost of Living


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Bear cost of living score
104.1
More expensive
4.1% higher
than the US average
0.6% higher
than the Delaware average
Bear, Delaware gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 104.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 4.1% higher than the U.S. average and 0.6% lower than the average for Delaware.

Bear, DE

Housing costs in Bear?
A typical home costs $358,300, which is 6.0% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 6.6% more expensive than the average Delaware home, at $336,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Bear costs $1,680 per month, which is 17.5% more than the national average of $1,430 and 20.8% more than the state average of $1,330.

Can I afford Bear?
To live comfortably in Bear, Delaware, a minimum annual income of $68,760 for a family, and $55,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Bear?
The cost of living in Bear, DE is quite affordable. The overall cost of living index is about 11% lower than the national average, making it an attractive option for families and individuals looking for an affordable place to live. The median home value in Bear, DE is approximately $220,000, which is significantly less than the U.S. median home value of $231,200. Additionally, the median household income is just over $67,000 per year, which allows residents to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle and still save money for future investments or other expenses. Utilities and other monthly expenses are also relatively low when compared to the national average, making life in Bear extremely affordable for everyone living there.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBearDelawareUnited States
  104.1103.5100.0
  104.4105.9100
  112.5112.2100.0
  114.5104.4100.0
  $358,300$336,200$338,100
  107.9%105.2%100.0%
  105.195.8100.0
  111.698.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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I have lived in Bear Delaware for about 15 years and absolutely love it! Lums Pond State Park Area/Bear/Newark/Glasgow are wonderful. You have everything you could  More

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Over 13 years ago

I have lived in Wilmington, Newark, New Castle, Bear, and Oogletown Delaware. From 1990 to 2004. I honestly do not have anything favorable to say about Delaware, and  More

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