Cost of Living in Marlow Heights, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
133.6
100 = national avg
+33.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,798
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$138,978
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing183.6
Food94.5
Transportation139.4
Healthcare95.6
Utilities113.4
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 Marlow Heights is 133.6, which is 33.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 183.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,798 per year to cover basic expenses.