Cost of Living in Salisbury, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
105.0
100 = national avg
+5.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,201
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$109,203
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing128.6
Food93.1
Transportation89.9
Healthcare94.5
Utilities101.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,061
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,378
per month
The overall cost of living index in Salisbury is 105.0, which is 5.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 128.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,201 per year to cover basic expenses.