Cost of Living in Fort Meade, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
173.2
100 = national avg
+73.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$76,186
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$180,077
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing249.2
Food128.6
Transportation107.0
Healthcare122.9
Utilities147.0
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 Fort Meade is 173.2, which is 73.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 249.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $76,186 per year to cover basic expenses.