Cottage City, MD Cost of Living


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Cottage City cost of living score
120.8
More expensive
20.8% higher
than the US average
8.1% higher
than the Maryland average
Cottage City, 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.

Cottage City, MD

Housing costs in Cottage City?
A typical home costs $349,600, which is 3.4% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 9.9% less expensive than the average Maryland home, at $388,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Cottage City costs $1,630 per month, which is 14.0% more than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $1,620.

Can I afford Cottage City?
To live comfortably in Cottage City, Maryland, a minimum annual income of $66,960 for a family, and $57,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Cottage City?
Cottage City, MD is known for its affordable cost of living, making it a great place to live for people on a budget. The average home in Cottage City costs around $220,000 and the average rent is around $1200 per month. Utilities are also relatively low compared to other cities, averaging about $160 per month. Groceries are also relatively affordable in Cottage City with a loaf of bread costing around $2 and a gallon of milk costing less than $3. Overall, with low housing costs and other expenses, residents in Cottage City can enjoy a comfortable life without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesCottage CityMarylandUnited States
  120.8111.8100.0
  107.7105.2100
  87.284.2100.0
  121.6124.1100.0
  $349,600$388,100$338,100
  109.1%105.6%100.0%
  146.6119.3100.0
  118.0112.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 5 years ago

I've lived in this city for a long time and its adorable, quaint and full of artistic people from all walks of life. This is an off the beaten path city that has its  More

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