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Felton, DE Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
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$50/mo
$30/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.86% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
The housing market in Felton is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are also available, but may be limited. The town is seeing some new development, particularly in the form of single-family homes.
Cost of Living
102
+2% above national average
98
94
105
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Property Tax Rate | 0.86% |
| <p>State 0% + County 0% + City 0%</p> | |
Delaware has a progressive income tax system, with rates ranging from 0% to 5.95%. Felton residents are subject to state income tax, but there are no local income taxes.
Family & Relocation
55
7.2/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
Felton has a limited public transit system, but the town is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some sidewalks and crosswalks in place.
- Felton Community Park
- Harrington Raceway
- Killens Pond State Park
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📰 Live Local News
Felton has zoning ordinances and building codes in place to regulate development and ensure public safety.
Financial Tools
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- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
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📊 Felton — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Felton tend to be higher in the summer months due to air conditioning usage, with average electric bills increasing by 20-30% from June to August. In the winter, heating costs are relatively low due to the town's mild climate.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 19943 has a property tax millage rate of 0.86, with no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, with explanation: Felton has some sidewalks and crosswalks in place, but the town's infrastructure could be improved to make it more stroller-friendly, particularly in terms of elevator access in public buildings and family-friendly amenities.
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