Cost of Living in Mechanicsville, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
164.1
100 = national avg
+64.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$72,211
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$170,681
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing181.1
Food138.3
Transportation176.6
Healthcare130.7
Utilities139.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,672
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,833
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mechanicsville is 164.1, which is 64.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 181.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $72,211 per year to cover basic expenses.