Cost of Living in Chester, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
157.7
100 = national avg
+57.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$69,394
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$164,022
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing209.1
Food119.5
Transportation139.0
Healthcare115.6
Utilities133.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,511
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,857
per month
The overall cost of living index in Chester is 157.7, which is 57.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 209.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $69,394 per year to cover basic expenses.