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Average Rent in Delaware

Rental market overview for Delaware, powered by HUD and Census data.

Median Rent

$1,327

Median Income

$82,872

Rent Burden

-105263132.5%

Avg FMR (2BR)

N/A

Delaware Rental Market Overview

Delaware has approximately 76 cities with rental data tracked by StayRentals. Roughly 26.9% of housing units in the state are renter-occupied. The state's median rent is approximately $1,327, which is 3% lower than the national median of $1,365. (Source: Census ACS)

With a rental vacancy rate of approximately 14.7%%, the Delaware rental market may offer renters more options and negotiating power. (Source: Census ACS)

Most and Least Affordable Cities

Most affordable cities (lowest rent burden):

  • Greenville: median rent of $1,561, median income of $133,614, resulting in a rent burden of approximately 19.3%. (Source: Census ACS)
  • Kent Acres: median rent of $1,482, median income of $68,162, resulting in a rent burden of approximately 20.6%. (Source: Census ACS)
  • New Castle: median rent of $1,525, median income of $95,884, resulting in a rent burden of approximately 21.8%. (Source: Census ACS)
  • Millville: median rent of $2,066, median income of $92,961, resulting in a rent burden of approximately 21.9%. (Source: Census ACS)
  • Middletown: median rent of $1,443, median income of $104,662, resulting in a rent burden of approximately 22.7%. (Source: Census ACS)

    • Most expensive cities (highest rent burden):

  • Newark: median rent of $1,482, with a rent burden of approximately 51.0%. Lower incomes relative to rent contribute to higher cost burden. (Source: Census ACS)
  • Hockessin: median rent of $3,501, with a rent burden of approximately 46.1%. Lower incomes relative to rent contribute to higher cost burden. (Source: Census ACS)
  • Woodside East: median rent of $872, with a rent burden of approximately 44.3%. Lower incomes relative to rent contribute to higher cost burden. (Source: Census ACS)
  • Georgetown: median rent of $1,163, with a rent burden of approximately 44.1%. Lower incomes relative to rent contribute to higher cost burden. (Source: Census ACS)
  • Laurel: median rent of $883, with a rent burden of approximately 38.9%. Lower incomes relative to rent contribute to higher cost burden. (Source: Census ACS)

    • Renting in Delaware: What to Know

    Renter protections and landlord-tenant laws vary by state and municipality within Delaware. Most states require landlords to provide advance notice before raising rent on month-to-month leases, though the specific notice period varies. Some municipalities within Delaware may have additional local tenant protections.

    Housing laws change frequently. For advice specific to your situation, consult a local tenant rights organization, legal aid society, or attorney. StayRentals does not provide legal advice.

    Delaware Rental Market Trends

    Rent trends for Delaware are tracked through the Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Price Index for shelter costs. Nationally, rent costs have generally increased over the past decade, though the rate of increase varies by metro area and time period.

    Detailed monthly rent CPI data is available for major metropolitan areas. Visit our homepage for the national rent CPI trend chart, or explore individual city pages for local context. (Source: BLS Consumer Price Index)

    Cities in Delaware

    76 cities with rental data, sorted by population.

    CityPopulationMedian RentRent BurdenFMR (2BR)
    Wilmington71,034$1,15730.2%N/A
    Dover38,879$1,16534.4%N/A
    Newark30,655$1,48251.0%N/A
    Middletown23,573$1,44322.7%N/A
    Bear23,070$1,60027.8%N/A
    Glasgow15,405$1,69427.0%N/A
    Brookside14,331$1,39130.1%N/A
    Hockessin13,878$3,50146.1%N/A
    Smyrna12,870$1,39630.5%N/A
    Milford11,714$1,10929.1%N/A
    Pike Creek Valley11,452$1,52525.6%N/A
    Claymont10,191$1,20826.9%N/A
    North Star8,370N/A9.0%N/A
    Wilmington Manor8,260$1,07828.1%N/A
    Seaford8,055$1,06435.0%N/A
    Georgetown7,247$1,16344.1%N/A
    Pike Creek6,975$2,22026.4%N/A
    Millsboro6,876$1,15629.6%N/A
    Edgemoor6,485$1,27827.2%N/A
    Elsmere6,194$1,24231.3%N/A
    New Castle5,523$1,52521.8%N/A
    Rising Sun-Lebanon4,060$1,62127.4%N/A
    Clayton3,978$1,53928.3%N/A
    Laurel3,954$88338.9%N/A
    Camden3,914$1,59338.4%N/A
    Highland Acres3,892$1,46332.7%N/A
    Harrington3,770$1,12330.7%N/A
    Milton3,349$1,21530.3%N/A
    Lewes3,339$1,35437.4%N/A
    Dover Base Housing3,262$1,84432.3%N/A
    Long Neck2,983$1,26827.8%N/A
    Selbyville2,907$1,52734.8%N/A
    Greenville2,824$1,56119.3%N/A
    Delmar2,398$93927.2%N/A
    Riverview2,270N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Kent Acres2,124$1,48220.6%N/A
    Millville2,052$2,06621.9%N/A
    Woodside East2,002$87244.3%N/A
    Delaware City1,932$1,29530.9%N/A
    Wyoming1,888$1,19031.2%N/A
    Cheswold1,639$85036.7%N/A
    Greenwood1,556$1,29923.4%N/A
    Bellefonte1,526$1,49325.6%N/A
    Lincoln1,439N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Rehoboth Beach1,357$1,34428.6%N/A
    Dagsboro1,338$1,14018.9%N/A
    Rodney Village1,304$1,07931.3%N/A
    St. Georges1,304N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Newport1,145$1,15824.4%N/A
    Felton1,136$86029.7%N/A
    Bethany Beach1,064$1,39816.8%N/A
    Frederica1,001$1,11931.9%N/A
    Blades960$83027.2%N/A
    Frankford842$1,27216.0%N/A
    Arden652$1,21928.8%N/A
    Ellendale609$1,32933.3%N/A
    South Bethany490N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Houston426$1,15622.5%N/A
    Kenton400N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Slaughter Beach393$68230.0%N/A
    Odessa389$1,18135.6%N/A
    Bethel376N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Dewey Beach359$1,17923.8%N/A
    Fenwick Island350N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Bowers336$1,18843.3%N/A
    Little Creek272$1,11112.5%N/A
    Magnolia263$1,40051.0%N/A
    Woodside253$1,16051.0%N/A
    Farmington234N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Ardentown223$1,46423.8%N/A
    Henlopen Acres193N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Ardencroft190$1,33320.0%N/A
    Leipsic171$1,12551.0%N/A
    Hartly161N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Port Penn138N/A-666666666.0%N/A
    Viola81N/A-666666666.0%N/A

    Data Sources

    **Data Sources:**

  • U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates
  • U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Fair Market Rents
  • Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Consumer Price Index for Rent of Primary Residence

    • Data is updated periodically. Census ACS data reflects 5-year estimates. HUD Fair Market Rents are updated annually. BLS rent CPI is updated monthly.

    StayRentals is not a real estate agent, landlord, or property manager. This content is for educational and informational purposes only. Rent estimates are based on government data and may not reflect current market conditions. Housing laws vary by state and municipality. Consult a local tenant rights organization or attorney for advice specific to your situation.

    Sources: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Fair Market Rents, U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Consumer Price Index.

    Data vintage: HUD FMR FY 2025, Census ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates, BLS CPI updated monthly. Government data may lag 1–2 years behind current market conditions.