salaryRent here is among the highest 10% in the country. Commutes are short, about 16.2 minutes. Most households rent (100%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $111,440 a year. That is $54 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Maryland cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Maryland. It is number 175 of 200 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Fort Meade?
Share of households by yearly income. 37.1% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Fort Meade
| Size | Fort Meade | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $2,264 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,142 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,647 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,894 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Fort Meade overall?
Everyday prices in Maryland overall are 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.0, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024. City-level data is not published for Fort Meade, so the Maryland figure is shown.
Taxes and bills in Fort Meade
Life in Fort Meade
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Fort Meade, MD?
Renting in Fort Meade costs a median of about $2,786 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Maryland median is $2,010.
How much do I need to make to live in Fort Meade?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $111,440 a year, or $54 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Fort Meade cheap or expensive?
Fort Meade is rated Expensive: rent takes 30.0% of the typical household income of $111,367. It ranks 175th cheapest of 200 Maryland cities we track.
Is Fort Meade more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in Maryland are 5% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
11,225 people live in Fort Meade. Numbers are typical (middle) values.