Cost of Living in Fairlee, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
142.1
100 = national avg
+42.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,504
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$147,738
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing124.2
Food137.2
Transportation174.4
Healthcare129.7
Utilities127.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,137
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,246
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fairlee is 142.1, which is 42.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 124.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,504 per year to cover basic expenses.