Cost of Living in Lewistown, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
135.6
100 = national avg
+35.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$59,648
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$140,986
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing162.1
Food121.6
Transportation98.9
Healthcare117.3
Utilities125.4
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 Lewistown is 135.6, which is 35.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 162.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $59,648 per year to cover basic expenses.