Lansdowne, MD vs Maugansville, MD

Maugansville is moderately more affordable than Lansdowne, with a 9.6% lower cost of living index. Lansdowne scores 92 compared to 84 for Maugansville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lansdowne can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lansdowne is $1,298/month compared to $899/month in Maugansville — a 44% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Maugansville has cheaper rent, Lansdowne actually has lower median home values ($201,500 vs $284,200).

Median household income in Lansdowne is $72,845 compared to $75,840 in Maugansville (-3.9%). Maugansville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lansdowne spend roughly 21.4% of their income on rent, more than the 14.2% in Maugansville.

Climate-wise, Lansdowne is notably warmer with an average of 59.1°F compared to 55.4°F in Maugansville. Lansdowne receives more rainfall at 43.7" per year compared to 35.6" in Maugansville.