Bel Air South, MD vs Waldorf, MD

Bel Air South is moderately more affordable than Waldorf, with a 8.3% lower cost of living index. Bel Air South scores 118 compared to 129 for Waldorf, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Waldorf can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bel Air South is $1,666/month compared to $1,949/month in Waldorf — a 15% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Bel Air South has cheaper rent, Waldorf actually has lower median home values ($383,100 vs $384,000).

Median household income in Bel Air South is $120,721 compared to $115,453 in Waldorf (+4.6%). Bel Air South offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Bel Air South spend roughly 16.6% of their income on rent, less than the 20.3% in Waldorf.

Climate-wise, Waldorf is notably warmer with an average of 59.3°F compared to 55.2°F in Bel Air South. Bel Air South receives more rainfall at 47.1" per year compared to 41.8" in Waldorf.