Cost of Living in Oxford, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
213.6
100 = national avg
+113.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$94,001
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$222,185
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing373.9
Food113.8
Transportation127.6
Healthcare111.1
Utilities163.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,282
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,409
per month
The overall cost of living index in Oxford is 213.6, which is 113.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 373.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $94,001 per year to cover basic expenses.