Cost of Living in Lanham, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
167.5
100 = national avg
+67.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$73,721
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$174,249
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing227.3
Food123.0
Transportation146.0
Healthcare118.4
Utilities139.2
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 Lanham is 167.5, which is 67.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 227.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $73,721 per year to cover basic expenses.