Cost of Living in Kensington, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
231.4
100 = national avg
+131.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$101,816
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$240,657
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing332.1
Food164.4
Transportation150.2
Healthcare151.5
Utilities185.1
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 Kensington is 231.4, which is 131.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 332.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $101,816 per year to cover basic expenses.