Cost of Living in Adelphi, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
147.6
100 = national avg
+47.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$64,945
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$153,505
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing200.3
Food111.8
Transportation123.6
Healthcare109.4
Utilities127.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,015
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,246
per month
The overall cost of living index in Adelphi is 147.6, which is 47.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 200.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $64,945 per year to cover basic expenses.