Chillum, MD vs Joppatowne, MD

Joppatowne is moderately more affordable than Chillum, with a 10.8% lower cost of living index. Chillum scores 122 compared to 110 for Joppatowne, 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 $1,600/month in Joppatowne — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Joppatowne is more affordable at $315,000 median vs $383,900.

Median household income in Chillum is $78,513 compared to $109,589 in Joppatowne (-28.4%). Joppatowne 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 17.5% in Joppatowne.

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