Cost of Living in Dundalk, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
110.9
100 = national avg
+10.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,776
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$115,289
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing135.0
Food97.7
Transportation95.3
Healthcare98.1
Utilities105.6
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 Dundalk is 110.9, which is 10.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 135.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,776 per year to cover basic expenses.