Cost of Living in Betterton, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
112.2
100 = national avg
+12.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,353
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$116,652
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing116.4
Food106.8
Transportation113.7
Healthcare105.5
Utilities107.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,137
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,246
per month
The overall cost of living index in Betterton is 112.2, which is 12.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 116.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,353 per year to cover basic expenses.