Adelphi, MD vs Annapolis, MD

Adelphi is moderately more affordable than Annapolis, with a 7.2% lower cost of living index. Adelphi scores 125 compared to 134 for Annapolis, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Annapolis can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Adelphi is $1,757/month compared to $1,855/month in Annapolis — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Adelphi is more affordable at $401,700 median vs $510,200.

Median household income in Adelphi is $80,833 compared to $104,257 in Annapolis (-22.5%). While Annapolis is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Adelphi spend roughly 26.1% of their income on rent, more than the 21.4% in Annapolis.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (59.3°F vs 57.7°F). Annapolis receives more rainfall at 44" per year compared to 41.8" in Adelphi.