Cost of Living in Wheaton, MD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
175.4
100 = national avg
+75.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$77,198
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$182,467
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing236.8
Food132.0
Transportation139.4
Healthcare125.6
Utilities146.6
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 Wheaton is 175.4, which is 75.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 236.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $77,198 per year to cover basic expenses.