Fort Washington, MD Cost of Living


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

Fort Washington, MD

Housing costs in Fort Washington?
A typical home costs $407,900, which is 20.6% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 5.1% more expensive than the average Maryland home, at $388,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Fort Washington costs $1,670 per month, which is 16.8% more than the national average of $1,430 and 3.0% more than the state average of $1,620.

Can I afford Fort Washington?
To live comfortably in Fort Washington, Maryland, a minimum annual income of $78,120 for a family, and $58,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Fort Washington?
The cost of living in Fort Washington, MD is relatively high compared to other parts of the country. According to Data USA, the median household income in Fort Washington, MD is $105,752 and the average home value is $364,700. Furthermore, groceries and health care costs are higher than the national average. However, despite these increasing costs, residents of Fort Washington benefit from a close proximity to Washington D.C., which affords them access to jobs with higher salaries and numerous professional opportunities. Additionally, the area offers excellent schools and reliable public transportation options. All these factors combine to make Fort Washington an attractive place to live for those who can afford it.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesFort WashingtonMarylandUnited States
  120.8111.8100.0
  107.8105.2100
  87.284.2100.0
  133.9124.1100.0
  $407,900$388,100$338,100
  108.8%105.6%100.0%
  152.2119.3100.0
  118.1112.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Excellent area - 15 minutes from DC and Alexandria - 1 exit away from MGM and National Harbor. Great value on home prices! This area is going to also be the home of  More

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Over 12 years ago

I just don't like it here, the people are definitely not friendly at all. At least it is only 15mins from D.C. So there is plenty to do. My favorite place to live would  More

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