Cost of Living in Greenbelt, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
142.0
100 = national avg
+42.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,459
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$147,630
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing175.6
Food116.0
Transportation130.4
Healthcare112.8
Utilities124.7
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 Greenbelt is 142.0, which is 42.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 175.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,459 per year to cover basic expenses.