Cost of Living in Waldorf, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
173.5
100 = national avg
+73.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$76,318
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$180,388
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing206.5
Food138.2
Transportation176.5
Healthcare130.6
Utilities144.3
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 Waldorf is 173.5, which is 73.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 206.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $76,318 per year to cover basic expenses.