St. James, MD Cost of Living


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St. James cost of living score
92.6
Less expensive
7.4% lower
than the US average
17.2% lower
than the Maryland average
St. James, Maryland gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 92.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 7.4% lower than the U.S. average and 17.2% lower than the average for Maryland.

St. James, MD

Housing costs in St. James?
A typical home costs $351,500, which is 4.0% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 9.4% less expensive than the average Maryland home, at $388,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in St. James costs $1,060 per month, which is 25.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 52.8% cheaper than the state average of $1,620.

Can I afford St. James?
To live comfortably in St. James, Maryland, a minimum annual income of $67,320 for a family, and $32,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about St. James?
The cost of living in St. James, MD is relatively low compared to other areas in the United States. According to the most recent Cost of Living Index, St. James has an overall score of 77.5, which is 5% lower than the national average. The city’s housing index is even lower at 68, with rental rates that are 15% lower than the national average and home prices that are 30% lower. Overall, living in St. James is quite affordable and a great place to live for those who are on a budget.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSt. JamesMarylandUnited States
  92.6111.8100.0
  104.6105.2100
  83.684.2100.0
  90.7124.1100.0
  $351,500$388,100$338,100
  95.7%105.6%100.0%
  93.6119.3100.0
  95.3112.5100.0

   100=National Average

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