Cost of Living in Rockville, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
199.4
100 = national avg
+99.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$87,721
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$207,341
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing285.7
Food143.5
Transportation133.2
Healthcare134.8
Utilities163.3
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 Rockville is 199.4, which is 99.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 285.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $87,721 per year to cover basic expenses.