Cost of Living in Jefferson, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
187.0
100 = national avg
+87.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$82,265
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$194,445
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing187.5
Food161.3
Transportation222.7
Healthcare149.1
Utilities154.3
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 Jefferson is 187.0, which is 87.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 187.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $82,265 per year to cover basic expenses.