Question 1

Is Rehoboth Beach, DE or Wilmington, DE cheaper to buy in?

Accepted Answer

Wilmington, DE is cheaper. The median home price in Rehoboth Beach, DE is approximately $486,300 and in Wilmington, DE it is approximately $166,300 — a difference of $320,000.

Question 2

Is Rehoboth Beach, DE or Wilmington, DE safer?

Accepted Answer

Rehoboth Beach, DE scores higher on safety. Rehoboth Beach, DE has violent crime rated Low and property crime rated Low. Wilmington, DE has violent crime rated Moderate and property crime rated High.

Question 3

Is Rehoboth Beach, DE or Wilmington, DE more walkable?

Accepted Answer

Wilmington, DE is more walkable. Rehoboth Beach, DE has a Walk Score of N/A/100 and Wilmington, DE has a Walk Score of 38/100.

Question 4

Which has better schools, Rehoboth Beach, DE or Wilmington, DE?

Accepted Answer

Wilmington, DE has higher-rated schools. Rehoboth Beach, DE has a school rating of 7/10 and Wilmington, DE has a rating of 7.6/10.

Question 5

Should I live in Rehoboth Beach, DE or Wilmington, DE?

Accepted Answer

If you're looking for a quieter, beach-focused lifestyle with a decent school system but can stomach a high cost of living and limited public transit, Rehoboth Beach might be worth considering. However, for most people who want a more affordable and livable area with good schools and decent commuting options, Wilmington is likely the better choice. Those prioritizing a strong school system and lower housing costs might also prefer Wilmington.

Category	Rehoboth Beach, DE	Wilmington, DE
Housing
Verdict	Think twice	Think twice
Median Price	$486K	$166K ✓ Lower price
Median Rent	$1K	$1K ✓ Lower rent
Median Income	$101K ✓ Higher income	$42K
Price Volatility	Moderate	Low ✓ More stable
Getting Around
Walk Score	Car-dependent	38/100 ✓ More walkable
Transit Score	Minimal transit	14/100 ✓ Better transit
Bike Score	N/A	N/A
Commute	N/A	N/A
Safety & Environment
Safety Grade	A ✓ Safer	F
Violent Crime	Low ✓ Lower risk	Moderate
Property Crime	Low ✓ Lower risk	High
Flood Risk	Low	Low
Air Quality	Good ✓ Cleaner air	Moderate
Community
Schools	7/10	7.6/10 ✓ Better schools
Best for	Retirees looking for a quiet beach retreatVacation homeowners wanting a second propertyPeople who value a strong school system for kids	Budget rentersFamilies seeking good schoolsCar commuters

Rehoboth Beach, DE vs Wilmington, DE

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