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Ocean View, 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
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2000/mo |
| Median Home Price | $380,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.86% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Ocean View is competitive, with a mix of older and newer homes, and a growing demand for rentals. The town has implemented measures to preserve its character and limit over-development. As a result, home prices have increased in recent years.
Cost of Living
118
+10% above national average
105
94
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Property Tax Rate | 0.86% |
| <p>State 0% + County 0% + No local sales tax</p> | |
Delaware has a progressive state income tax with rates ranging from 0% to 5.95%, and no local income tax in Ocean View
Family & Relocation
60
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
The town has a limited public transit system, but it is relatively stroller-friendly, with wide sidewalks and accessible parks
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📰 Live Local News
The town has regulations in place to protect its coastal environment and historic character, including zoning restrictions and building codes
Financial Tools
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- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
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- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
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📊 Ocean View — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Ocean View tend to be higher in the summer months due to the increased use of air conditioning, with average electric bills ranging from $150 to $200 per month. In the winter months, utility costs are lower, with average electric bills ranging from $100 to $150 per month.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 19970 has a property tax millage rate of 0.86, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
8/10, with wide sidewalks, accessible parks, and a relatively flat terrain, making it easy to navigate with a stroller, although some areas may have limited elevator access in transit
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