Washington, District of Columbia vs. Newark, Delaware

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Newark, Delaware is 31.3% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $109,960 in Newark, Delaware to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Newark, Delaware is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Newark
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Newark, DE
Compared to Washington, Newark is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.3% 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
  7.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.1% higher
  Commute
  30.1% lower
  Health
  17.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher