Cost of Living in Mount Lena, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
96.0
100 = national avg
-4.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,249
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$99,860
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing129.5
Food83.3
Transportation66.5
Healthcare86.6
Utilities95.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$961
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,261
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mount Lena is 96.0, which is 4.0% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 129.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,249 per year to cover basic expenses.