Cost of Living in Berlin, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
125.6
100 = national avg
+25.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$55,283
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$130,669
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing144.5
Food110.3
Transportation120.6
Healthcare108.2
Utilities115.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,035
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,194
per month
The overall cost of living index in Berlin is 125.6, which is 25.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 144.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $55,283 per year to cover basic expenses.