Cost of Living in Shady Side, 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)
$87,720
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$207,339
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing234.5
Food155.7
Transportation211.5
Healthcare144.6
Utilities160.3
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 Shady Side is 199.4, which is 99.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 234.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $87,720 per year to cover basic expenses.