Charles County, MD Cost of Living


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Charles cost of living score
115.4
More expensive
15.4% higher
than the US average
3.2% higher
than the Maryland average
Charles Maryl County, Maryland gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 115.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 15.4% higher than the U.S. average and 3.2% lower than the average for Maryland.

Charles County, MD

Housing costs in Charles?
A typical home costs $391,900, which is 15.9% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 1.0% more expensive than the average Maryland home, at $388,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Charles costs $1,840 per month, which is 28.7% more than the national average of $1,430 and 12.0% more than the state average of $1,620.

Can I afford Charles?
To live comfortably in Charles Maryl County, Maryland, a minimum annual income of $75,240 for a family, and $64,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Charles?
Charles, MD County has a higher cost of living than the US average. The median house value in Charles, MD County is $391,900 while the US average is $338,100. This indicates that the cost of living in Charles, MD County is 115.4 compared to the US average of 100. The high cost of living reflects the high quality of life and amenities available in Charles, MD County. With its many recreational activities, shopping areas, and cultural attractions, it's no wonder that people are drawn to this vibrant county.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesCharlesMarylandUnited States
  115.4111.8100.0
  107.9105.2100
  84.984.2100.0
  131.3124.1100.0
  $391,900$388,100$338,100
  107.2%105.6%100.0%
  121.2119.3100.0
  115.6112.5100.0

   100=National Average

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