Cost of Living in Prince Frederick, MD

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21%
Overall NAT. AVG.
6%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
45%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Prince Frederick Maryland National
Cost of living121121100
Groceries106105100
Health care112109100
Housing145151100
Transportation112109100
Utilities112108100
Lifestyle & Entertainment113109100
Household Items104105100
Education & Childcare114112100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Prince Frederick is equal to the Maryland average
  • The cost of living in Prince Frederick is 21% higher than the national average
  • Prince Frederick housing is 45% higher than the national average
  • Maryland general sales tax is 18% higher than the national average
  • Maryland state income tax is 23% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$151,695$12,641$3,539$4,551
      Renters$37,965$3,164$886$1,139

      Maryland Sales Tax

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      Maryland 6% 6%

      Maryland Income Tax

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      Maryland 2% 5.75%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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