Cost of Living in Ballenger Creek, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
166.5
100 = national avg
+66.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$73,240
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$173,113
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing200.6
Food132.8
Transportation165.7
Healthcare126.3
Utilities139.8
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 Ballenger Creek is 166.5, which is 66.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 200.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $73,240 per year to cover basic expenses.