Brookside, DE Cost of Living


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Brookside cost of living score
104.1
More expensive
4.1% higher
than the US average
0.6% higher
than the Delaware average
Brookside, 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.

Brookside, DE

Housing costs in Brookside?
A typical home costs $259,300, which is 23.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 22.9% less expensive than the average Delaware home, at $336,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Brookside costs $1,380 per month, which is 3.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 3.6% more than the state average of $1,330.

Can I afford Brookside?
To live comfortably in Brookside, Delaware, a minimum annual income of $49,680 for a family, and $45,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Brookside?
The cost of living in Brookside, DE is relatively high compared to other areas of the state. The median home value is over $200,000 and there is a wide range of housing options available. Groceries, utilities, and transportation costs are also higher than the national average. Despite these higher costs, many people still choose to live in Brookside due to its close proximity to major cities such as Philadelphia and Baltimore. It's also home to excellent schools which can make it an attractive option for families and young professionals looking for a safe place to live with plenty of job opportunities nearby.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBrooksideDelawareUnited States
  104.1103.5100.0
  103.8105.9100
  112.5112.2100.0
  78.4104.4100.0
  $259,300$336,200$338,100
  111.4%105.2%100.0%
  98.195.8100.0
  111.598.2100.0

   100=National Average

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