Bethany Beach, DE
Full City Profile · Delaware · Sussex County County
Bethany Beach, DE
At a Glance
How Bethany Beach Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bethany Beach's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bethany Beach a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bethany Beach residents earn a median household income of $105,833 , which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $88,553. The unemployment rate stands at 1.8% (50% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 11,171 business establishments, including 688 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bethany Beach is $648,500 , 130% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $934,339. Median rent is $1,688/month, with 16.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 99.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1988.
Safety & Crime
Bethany Beach reports 640 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 69% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 9,241/100K.
Education
64.8% of adults in Bethany Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% above the national average). 98.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bethany Beach has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.