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State-to-State Guide

Moving from New Jersey to Delaware

Compare cost of living, taxes, housing, and find the best moving companies for your New Jersey to Delaware move.

Quick Comparison

Leaving New Jersey

Population9.3M
State Income Tax1.4%-10.75%
Avg Home Price$470,000
Avg Rent$1,700/mo
Property Tax Rate2.49%
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Moving to Delaware

Population990K
State Income Tax2.2%-6.6%
Avg Home Price$350,000
Avg Rent$1,300/mo
Property Tax Rate0.57%

Why Are People Moving from New Jersey to Delaware?

The migration corridor between New Jersey and Delaware is a popular interstate move. New Jersey has been experiencing net outflow while Delaware continues to attract new residents.

Cost of Living: The cost of living in Delaware is significantly lower than New Jersey, which is a major draw for relocating families. The average home price in Delaware is $120,000 less than New Jersey, allowing movers to significantly upgrade their housing.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Delaware average 35°F, compared to 32°F in New Jersey.

Jobs & Industry: Delaware's key industries include Finance, Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, which attract professionals from New Jersey's Pharmaceuticals and Finance sectors.

Popular City-to-City Routes

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Cities in New Jersey

Elizabeth
Jersey City
Newark
Paterson
Trenton

Cities in Delaware

Dover
Newark
Wilmington

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1000 miles between New Jersey and Delaware:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,300
3–4 BR Home
$3,200

Estimates based on typical full-service interstate moves. Actual costs vary.

New JerseyDelaware Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a Delaware driver's license within 60 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Delaware within 60 days.

Voter Registration

Update your voter registration to Delaware after establishing residency. You can typically register at your local DMV or online.

Vehicle Inspection

Delaware vehicle inspection requirement: Required for new registrations.

Things to Know About Delaware

  • No sales tax on purchases
  • Over 60% of Fortune 500 companies are incorporated here
  • Toll roads are common on I-95 through the state

What's Different: New Jersey vs Delaware

Taxes

New Jersey Income Tax:1.4%-10.75%
Delaware Income Tax:2.2%-6.6%
New Jersey Property Tax:2.49%
Delaware Property Tax:0.57%

Weather

New Jersey Summer Avg:84°F
Delaware Summer Avg:85°F
New Jersey Winter Avg:32°F
Delaware Winter Avg:35°F

Cost of Living

New Jersey COL Index:125
Delaware COL Index:105
New Jersey Avg Home Price:$470,000
Delaware Avg Home Price:$350,000
New Jersey Avg Rent:$1,700/mo
Delaware Avg Rent:$1,300/mo

Ready to make the move to Delaware?

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