Cost of Living in Westminster, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
132.5
100 = national avg
+32.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,322
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$137,851
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing162.2
Food110.7
Transportation121.4
Healthcare108.6
Utilities118.9
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 Westminster is 132.5, which is 32.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 162.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,322 per year to cover basic expenses.