Cost of Living in Braddock Heights, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
194.5
100 = national avg
+94.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$85,581
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$202,282
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing279.4
Food137.7
Transportation139.1
Healthcare130.2
Utilities158.5
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 Braddock Heights is 194.5, which is 94.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 279.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $85,581 per year to cover basic expenses.