Cost of Living in Fulton, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
313.8
100 = national avg
+213.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$138,060
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$326,323
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing381.7
Food200.0
Transportation367.2
Healthcare200.0
Utilities200.0
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 Fulton is 313.8, which is 213.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 381.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $138,060 per year to cover basic expenses.