Cost of Living in Arnold, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
204.7
100 = national avg
+104.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$90,078
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$212,911
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing250.0
Food155.3
Transportation210.6
Healthcare144.3
Utilities163.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,511
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,857
per month
The overall cost of living index in Arnold is 204.7, which is 104.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 250.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $90,078 per year to cover basic expenses.