Cost of Living in Rising Sun, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
129.8
100 = national avg
+29.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$57,132
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$135,039
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing143.3
Food115.5
Transportation131.1
Healthcare112.4
Utilities118.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,520
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,810
per month
The overall cost of living index in Rising Sun is 129.8, which is 29.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 143.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $57,132 per year to cover basic expenses.