Cost of Living in Bowie, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
196.4
100 = national avg
+96.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$86,430
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$204,290
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing243.2
Food158.4
Transportation160.0
Healthcare146.7
Utilities163.7
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 Bowie is 196.4, which is 96.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 243.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $86,430 per year to cover basic expenses.