Cost of Living in Baltimore city, MD

Modeled annual cost: $47,862.

Median family income: $73,681.

Affordability Snapshot

MD County Median

$55,685

State Rank

19thMost expensive counties in MD out of 24See Maryland county rankings

Median Income

$73,681

Location Type

Metro

Biggest category:

Housing is the biggest expense in Baltimore city, MD.

$13,748 per year.

Cost breakdown

Total

$47,862

Per year

  • Housing:$13,748
  • Transport:$9,623
  • Taxes:$9,460
  • Other Costs:$5,802
  • Food:$4,939
  • Healthcare:$4,290
  • Childcare:$0

* Percentages may not add up to 100% due to rounding.

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Cost of Living in Baltimore city, MD (2026)