Cost of homeownership in Delaware
State averages from Census ACS, energy costs from DOE EIA, and appreciation from FHFA. County-level detail is below.
Home price trend
FHFA House Price Index, quarterly.
Most expensive counties
- 1.Sussex County$324,400
- 2.New Castle County$312,000
- 3.Kent County$272,300
Most affordable counties
- 1.Sussex County16.4%
- 2.New Castle County16.8%
- 3.Kent County18.3%
DOE EIA residential average.
Residential baseline.
IRS SOI, state-level avg.
All counties in Delaware
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to own a home in Delaware?
Based on Census ACS, the state average home value in Delaware is $302,900, with median annual property tax around $1,594. Your actual cost depends on county and property.
What is the property tax in Delaware?
Property tax rates vary by county. Delaware's state average sits at roughly $1,594 per year on a median home. See county-level pages for local rates.
How fast are home prices appreciating in Delaware?
FHFA House Price Index data shows Delaware appreciating 6.3% over the last year and 48.4% over the last five years.
Is homeownership high in Delaware?
Delaware's homeownership rate is 73.3% (Census ACS). The share of owner-occupied units varies widely across counties.