Cost of Living in North Bethesda, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
203.0
100 = national avg
+103.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$89,306
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$211,088
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing287.2
Food148.6
Transportation133.7
Healthcare138.9
Utilities166.6
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 North Bethesda is 203.0, which is 103.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 287.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $89,306 per year to cover basic expenses.