Cost of Living in Ellicott City, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
227.3
100 = national avg
+127.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$100,024
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$236,419
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing274.1
Food170.7
Transportation241.4
Healthcare156.5
Utilities177.2
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 Ellicott City is 227.3, which is 127.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 274.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $100,024 per year to cover basic expenses.