Cost of Living in Pasadena, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
183.5
100 = national avg
+83.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$80,732
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$190,820
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing226.4
Food141.3
Transportation182.5
Healthcare133.0
Utilities150.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,511
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,857
per month
The overall cost of living index in Pasadena is 183.5, which is 83.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 226.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $80,732 per year to cover basic expenses.