University Park, MD Cost of Living


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University Park cost of living score
120.8
More expensive
20.8% higher
than the US average
8.1% higher
than the Maryland average
University Park, Maryland gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 120.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 20.8% higher than the U.S. average and 8.1% lower than the average for Maryland.

University Park, MD

Housing costs in University Park?
A typical home costs $602,800, which is 78.3% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 55.3% more expensive than the average Maryland home, at $388,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in University Park costs $1,730 per month, which is 21.0% more than the national average of $1,430 and 6.4% more than the state average of $1,620.

Can I afford University Park?
To live comfortably in University Park, Maryland, a minimum annual income of $115,560 for a family, and $60,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about University Park?
University Park, MD is an expensive place to live. The cost of living in University Park is 37% higher than the national average, making it one of the most expensive areas in Maryland. Housing prices are on the rise, with the median home value in University Park sitting slightly above $400,000. Groceries and utilities are also more expensive than other parts of Maryland, putting a strain on residents' wallets. However, there are some advantages to living in this affluent community: excellent schools and proximity to nearby Washington D.C., Baltimore and Annapolis make up for the higher cost of living.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesUniversity ParkMarylandUnited States
  120.8111.8100.0
  108.4105.2100
  87.284.2100.0
  214.7124.1100.0
  $602,800$388,100$338,100
  109.1%105.6%100.0%
  135.2119.3100.0
  117.8112.5100.0

   100=National Average

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