Cost of Living in Indian Head, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
128.3
100 = national avg
+28.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,462
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$133,456
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing140.7
Food114.9
Transportation129.8
Healthcare111.9
Utilities117.1
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 Indian Head is 128.3, which is 28.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 140.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,462 per year to cover basic expenses.