Cost of Living in Long Beach, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
179.5
100 = national avg
+79.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$78,972
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$186,661
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing181.4
Food155.5
Transportation210.9
Healthcare144.4
Utilities149.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,851
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,083
per month
The overall cost of living index in Long Beach is 179.5, which is 79.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 181.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $78,972 per year to cover basic expenses.