Rehoboth Beach, DE
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Rehoboth Beach, DE
At a Glance
How Rehoboth Beach Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rehoboth Beach's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rehoboth Beach a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rehoboth Beach residents earn a median household income of $141,250 , which is 88% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $118,239. The unemployment rate stands at 7.0% (94% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.5% 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 Rehoboth Beach is $1,238,400 , 339% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $796,302. Median rent is $1,391/month, with 26.2% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Rehoboth Beach reports 715 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 88% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 7,631/100K.
Education
68.0% of adults in Rehoboth Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher (102% above the national average). 99.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rehoboth Beach has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.