Cost of Living in Brandywine, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
236.2
100 = national avg
+136.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$103,917
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$245,621
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing297.3
Food171.0
Transportation241.9
Healthcare156.8
Utilities182.0
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 Brandywine is 236.2, which is 136.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 297.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $103,917 per year to cover basic expenses.