Cost of Living in Fairmount Heights, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
152.2
100 = national avg
+52.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$66,981
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$158,320
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing191.7
Food120.6
Transportation141.1
Healthcare116.5
Utilities130.7
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 Fairmount Heights is 152.2, which is 52.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 191.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $66,981 per year to cover basic expenses.