Chillum, MD vs Glen Burnie, MD

Glen Burnie is moderately more affordable than Chillum, with a 9.4% lower cost of living index. Chillum scores 122 compared to 112 for Glen Burnie, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Chillum can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Chillum is $1,733/month compared to $1,607/month in Glen Burnie — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Glen Burnie is more affordable at $329,200 median vs $383,900.

Median household income in Chillum is $78,513 compared to $88,291 in Glen Burnie (-11.1%). Glen Burnie offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Chillum spend roughly 26.5% of their income on rent, more than the 21.8% in Glen Burnie.

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