Cost of Living in Mount Rainier, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
143.5
100 = national avg
+43.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$63,140
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$149,239
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing209.3
Food102.2
Transportation111.8
Healthcare101.8
Utilities123.2
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 Mount Rainier is 143.5, which is 43.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 209.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $63,140 per year to cover basic expenses.