Cost of Living in Brentwood, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
139.7
100 = national avg
+39.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$61,471
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$145,295
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing192.0
Food103.9
Transportation122.3
Healthcare103.2
Utilities120.8
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 Brentwood is 139.7, which is 39.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 192.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $61,471 per year to cover basic expenses.