What it actually costs to live in
Prince George's County, MD.
Living wage breakdown for Prince George's County, Maryland — by household size.
Living wage by household size
| Household | Hourly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Adult | $22.17 | $46,104 |
| 1 Adult, 1 Child | $33.69 | $70,065 |
| 1 Adult, 2 Children | $44.48 | $92,508 |
| 1 Adult, 3 Children | $55.04 | $114,491 |
| 2 Adults (1 working) | $28.84 | $59,978 |
| 2 Adults, 1 Child | $40.68 | $84,619 |
| 2 Adults, 2 Children | $51.11 | $106,308 |
| 2 Adults, 3 Children | $61.31 | $127,528 |
Annual cost breakdown (1 Adult)
| Category | Annual Cost | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | $16,618 | $1,385 |
| Food | $5,297 | $441 |
| Medical | $4,098 | $342 |
| Transportation | $6,127 | $511 |
| Childcare | $0 | $0 |
| Civic & Other | $2,503 | $209 |
| Personal & Misc | $3,162 | $264 |
| Taxes | $8,299 | $692 |
| Total | $46,104 | $3,842 |
Wage comparison
Living wage$22.17/hr
Minimum wage$15.00/hr
Poverty wage$7.52/hr
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