Cost of Living in Glen Echo, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
297.2
100 = national avg
+197.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$130,771
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$309,095
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food199.0
Transportation298.1
Healthcare179.2
Utilities200.0
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 Glen Echo is 297.2, which is 197.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $130,771 per year to cover basic expenses.