Somerset, MD Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Somerset, Maryland?
$28,290 / month
for a family, 423.9% more expensive than the national average A total of $339,480 for the year for a family.
$7,167 / month
for a single person, 50.3% more expensive than the national average A total of $86,000 for the year for a single person.

Somerset cost of living score
138.5
More expensive
38.5% higher
than the US average
23.9% higher
than the Maryland average
Somerset, Maryland gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 138.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 38.5% higher than the U.S. average and 23.9% lower than the average for Maryland.

Somerset, MD

Housing costs in Somerset?
A typical home costs $1,772,600, which is 424.3% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 356.7% more expensive than the average Maryland home, at $388,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Somerset costs $2,450 per month, which is 71.3% more than the national average of $1,430 and 33.9% more than the state average of $1,620.

Can I afford Somerset?
To live comfortably in Somerset, Maryland, a minimum annual income of $339,480 for a family, and $86,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Somerset?
The cost of living in Somerset, MD is slightly lower than the rest of Maryland and the nation as a whole. The median household income in this area is around $50,000 and the median home value is about $208,500. This means that the cost of living in this area is relatively affordable for many people. The average cost of groceries, utilities, and healthcare are all below the national averages. Housing costs are also much lower than other areas in Maryland with an average rent of $1,114 per month. Overall, Somerset, MD provides residents with an excellent quality of life at an affordable price.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesSomersetMarylandUnited States
    Unlock111.8100.0
  118.9  Unlock100.0
    Unlock84.2100.0
  458.5  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$388,100$338,100
  104.8  Unlock100.0
    Unlock119.3100.0
  146.7  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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