Adelphi, MD vs Odenton, MD

Adelphi is moderately more affordable than Odenton, with a 8.1% lower cost of living index. Adelphi scores 125 compared to 136 for Odenton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Odenton 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 $2,174/month in Odenton — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Adelphi is more affordable at $401,700 median vs $408,400.

Median household income in Adelphi is $80,833 compared to $126,455 in Odenton (-36.1%). While Odenton 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 20.6% in Odenton.

Climate-wise, Adelphi is notably warmer with an average of 59.3°F compared to 56.2°F in Odenton. Odenton receives more rainfall at 45" per year compared to 41.8" in Adelphi.