Cost of Living in South Laurel, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
158.5
100 = national avg
+58.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$69,748
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$164,858
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing214.1
Food119.3
Transportation132.5
Healthcare115.5
Utilities134.4
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 South Laurel is 158.5, which is 58.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 214.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $69,748 per year to cover basic expenses.