Zip 21660 (Ridgely, MD) Cost of Living


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United States / Maryland / No Metro Area / Caroline County / Ridgely / Ridgely (zip 21660)

Ridgely cost of living score
86.9
Less expensive
13.1% lower
than the US average
22.3% lower
than the Maryland average
Ridgely (zip 21660), 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.

Zip 21660 (Ridgely, MD)

Housing costs in Ridgely?
A typical home costs $314,000, which is 7.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 19.1% less expensive than the average Maryland home, at $388,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Ridgely costs $1,040 per month, which is 27.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 55.8% cheaper than the state average of $1,620.

Can I afford Ridgely?
To live comfortably in Ridgely (zip 21660), Maryland, a minimum annual income of $60,120 for a family, and $31,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Ridgely?
The cost of living in 21660 Ridgely, MD is fairly affordable. The median home value is around $235,000 and the median household income is just under $58,000. Groceries are generally fairly priced and the overall cost of living is 13% lower than the national average. Property taxes are also very reasonable for homeowners at an average rate of 0.73%. Transportation and utilities tend to be slightly higher than many other areas due to the rural location, but still remain below the national averages. All in all, those considering a move to 21660 Ridgely will find it to be an affordable area with plenty of amenities nearby.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesRidgelyMarylandUnited States
  86.9111.8100.0
  100.7105.2100
  84.584.2100.0
  82.4124.1100.0
  $314,000$388,100$338,100
  106.4%105.6%100.0%
  88.4119.3100.0
  75.0112.5100.0

   100=National Average

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