Cost of Living in Fort Washington, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
213.1
100 = national avg
+113.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$93,785
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$221,673
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing276.1
Food161.5
Transportation177.9
Healthcare149.2
Utilities172.1
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 Fort Washington is 213.1, which is 113.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 276.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $93,785 per year to cover basic expenses.