Cost of Living in Washington County, MD

Modeled annual cost: $44,148.

Median family income: $92,568.

Affordability Snapshot

MD County Median

$55,685

State Rank

23thMost expensive counties in MD out of 24See Maryland county rankings

Median Income

$92,568

Location Type

Metro

Biggest category:

Transport is the biggest expense in Washington County, MD.

$12,526 per year.

Cost breakdown

Total

$44,148

Per year

  • Transport:$12,526
  • Housing:$10,224
  • Taxes:$8,552
  • Other Costs:$4,450
  • Healthcare:$4,290
  • Food:$4,108
  • Childcare:$0

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

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Cost of Living in Washington County, MD (2026)