Hampstead, MD Cost of Living


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Hampstead cost of living score
113
More expensive
13.0% higher
than the US average
1.1% higher
than the Maryland average
Hampstead, Maryland gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 113, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 13.0% higher than the U.S. average and 1.1% lower than the average for Maryland.

Hampstead, MD

Housing costs in Hampstead?
A typical home costs $366,700, which is 8.5% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 5.5% less expensive than the average Maryland home, at $388,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Hampstead costs $1,270 per month, which is 11.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 27.6% cheaper than the state average of $1,620.

Can I afford Hampstead?
To live comfortably in Hampstead, Maryland, a minimum annual income of $70,200 for a family, and $41,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Hampstead?
The cost of living in Hampstead, MD is slightly higher than the national average. According to Sperling's Best Places, housing costs are 23% higher than the national average and utilities expenses are 4% lower. Taxes are also relatively high with the sales tax rate at 6%. Although living in Hampstead may be somewhat expensive, the quality of life that comes with it makes it well worth it. The town offers a variety of amenities such as parks, playgrounds, quality schools, restaurants, and shopping. It is also conveniently located close to larger urban areas and major highways. All these factors make Hampstead an attractive place to live for those looking for a higher standard of living.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesHampsteadMarylandUnited States
  113.0111.8100.0
  102.2105.2100
  84.184.2100.0
  127.0124.1100.0
  $366,700$388,100$338,100
  106.3%105.6%100.0%
  104.4119.3100.0
  120.1112.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 13 years ago

Hampstead has great schools as is true for all Carroll County  More

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I'm coming up from Raleigh NC, and I'm looking to move to either Manchester MD or Hampstead MD because of my job. Which is more affordable and which has better and safer  More

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