Cost of Living in Dunkirk, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
239.8
100 = national avg
+139.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$105,530
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$249,435
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing292.2
Food177.2
Transportation254.5
Healthcare161.8
Utilities184.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,851
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,083
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dunkirk is 239.8, which is 139.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 292.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $105,530 per year to cover basic expenses.