salaryRent is higher than in 62% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 3.0 years of household income. Commutes are short, about 19.8 minutes.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $75,160 a year. That is $36 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Maryland cities?
Yes. Rent here is cheaper than in most of Maryland. It is number 73 of 200 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Lexington Park?
Share of households by yearly income. 34.4% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Lexington Park
| Size | Lexington Park | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,283 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,869 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,832 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,647 | $1,698 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Lexington Park overall?
Everyday prices in the Lexington Park metro area are 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.8, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Lexington Park
Life in Lexington Park
What jobs pay in Lexington Park
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $143,760 | 15.7% |
| Physician Assistant | $136,860 | 16.5% |
| Pharmacist | $133,340 | 16.9% |
| Software Developer | $132,850 | 17.0% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $127,460 | 17.7% |
| Operations Manager | $106,250 | 21.2% |
| Dental Hygienist | $104,460 | 21.6% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $101,630 | 22.2% |
| Civil Engineer | $98,390 | 22.9% |
| Registered Nurse | $94,780 | 23.8% |
| Accountant | $91,240 | 24.7% |
| Police Officer | $79,900 | 28.2% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,170 | 29.6% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $74,860 | 30.1% |
| Market Research Analyst | $73,320 | 30.8% |
| Carpenter | $62,880 | 35.9% |
| HVAC Technician | $61,840 | 36.5% |
| Electrician | $61,550 | 36.6% |
| Plumber | $57,700 | 39.1% |
| Truck Driver | $56,250 | 40.1% |
| Nursing Assistant | $44,270 | 50.9% |
| Medical Assistant | $44,190 | 51.0% |
| Restaurant Cook | $37,170 | 60.7% |
| Customer Service Representative | $36,460 | 61.8% |
| Warehouse Worker | $36,220 | 62.3% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,550 | 63.4% |
| Retail Salesperson | $34,360 | 65.6% |
| Cashier | $33,180 | 68.0% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Lexington Park?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $270 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $309,700 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $30,970 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Lexington Park, MD?
Renting in Lexington Park costs a median of about $1,879 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Maryland median is $2,010.
How much do I need to make to live in Lexington Park?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $75,160 a year, or $36 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Lexington Park cheap or expensive?
Lexington Park is rated OK: rent takes 22.1% of the typical household income of $102,241. It ranks 73rd cheapest of 200 Maryland cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Lexington Park?
The median homeowner in Lexington Park pays $2,624 a year in property taxes, about 0.85% of the median home value.
Is Lexington Park more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 1% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Lexington Park?
The median home value in Lexington Park is $309,700, about 3.0 times the typical yearly household income.
13,252 people live in Lexington Park. Numbers are typical (middle) values.