Cost of Living in Emmitsburg, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
114.9
100 = national avg
+14.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,546
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$119,472
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing115.3
Food110.4
Transportation120.7
Healthcare108.3
Utilities109.3
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 Emmitsburg is 114.9, which is 14.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 115.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,546 per year to cover basic expenses.