Cost of Living in St. James, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
147.0
100 = national avg
+47.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$64,697
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$152,920
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing157.8
Food128.8
Transportation157.6
Healthcare123.0
Utilities128.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$961
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,261
per month
The overall cost of living index in St. James is 147.0, which is 47.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 157.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $64,697 per year to cover basic expenses.