Cost of Living in North Kensington, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
189.9
100 = national avg
+89.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$83,548
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$197,477
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing230.1
Food146.9
Transportation193.8
Healthcare137.5
Utilities154.2
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 North Kensington is 189.9, which is 89.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 230.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $83,548 per year to cover basic expenses.