Long Neck, DE Economy


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Long Neck, DE is a small community located in southern Delaware. It has a population of around 6,000 and the cost of living is much lower than the US average. The 2 bedroom rent in Long Neck is $1,120 which is much lower than the national average of $1,430 while its Grocery Cost Index of 107 shows that it is slightly higher than the national average.
Long Neck has many local businesses for residents to enjoy including T & T Barbershop, Long Neck Pharmacy, and Sweetwater BBQ. These businesses offer services such as haircuts, medication, and delicious food respectively.
Additionally, Long Neck has many attractions for visitors and locals alike to enjoy. These include The Cape May-Lewes Ferry boat ride along the Delaware Bay, The Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk with its thrilling rides and tasty treats, and the Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge where adventurers can go bird watching or take a hike through the trails.

Long Neck has an unemployment rate of 6.4%. The US average is 6.0%.

Long Neck has seen the job market increase by 1.3% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 37.5%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Long Neck
- The Sales Tax Rate for Long Neck is 0.0%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Long Neck is 6.6%. The US average is 4.6%.
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Income and Salaries for Long Neck
- The average income of a Long Neck resident is $25,270 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Long Neck resident is $52,301 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyLong Neck, DelawareUnited States
  6.46
  -6.0%-6.2%
  37.5%33.5%
  0.0%6.2%
  5.6%4.6%
  $34,260$37,638
  $52,301$69,021
  $70,590$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  2.9%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  13.0%6.8%
  6.3%10.0%
  2.1%2.5%
  25.4%11.0%
  2.6%4.8%
  0.0%0.8%
  0.5%1.9%
  0.4%4.7%
  6.5%1.9%
  7.8%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  2.8%4.2%
  4.0%9.3%
  11.9%14.0%
  2.9%2.1%
  7.2%7.0%
  2.0%4.8%
  1.7%4.7%
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