Cost of Living in Baltimore, OH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
94.4
100 = national avg
-5.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,555
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$98,221
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing98.0
Food94.6
Transportation89.2
Healthcare95.7
Utilities96.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,194
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,430
per month
The overall cost of living index in Baltimore is 94.4, which is 5.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 98.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,555 per year to cover basic expenses.