Preston, MD Cost of Living


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United States / Maryland / No Metro Area / Caroline County / Preston / Zip Codes

Preston cost of living score
86.9
Less expensive
13.1% lower
than the US average
22.3% lower
than the Maryland average
Preston, Maryland gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 86.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 13.1% lower than the U.S. average and 22.3% lower than the average for Maryland.

Preston, MD

Housing costs in Preston?
A typical home costs $253,700, which is 25.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 34.6% less expensive than the average Maryland home, at $388,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Preston costs $1,050 per month, which is 26.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 54.3% cheaper than the state average of $1,620.

Can I afford Preston?
To live comfortably in Preston, Maryland, a minimum annual income of $48,600 for a family, and $32,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Preston?
The cost of living in Preston, MD is generally quite affordable. The median home price is $159,900 and the median rent is $980 per month. Property taxes are lower than the national average and there are no state income taxes, which makes living here even more attractive. Utilities costs are also competitive with the national average and there are plenty of amenities such as grocery stores, shopping malls, and restaurants within easy reach. In general, Preston offers a comfortable lifestyle at an affordable price - making it a great place to call home!
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesPrestonMarylandUnited States
  86.9111.8100.0
  100.2105.2100
  84.584.2100.0
  73.4124.1100.0
  $253,700$388,100$338,100
  108.1%105.6%100.0%
  86.4119.3100.0
  74.8112.5100.0

   100=National Average

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