Cost of Living in Hurlock, MD

With a cost of living index of 73, Hurlock, MD is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 27% cheaper than the national average and 46% below the Maryland state average of 119. Hurlock is a small community of 2,205 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Hurlock's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $727 (45% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $177,900 (42% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.2x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Hurlock is $55,705, which is 26% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 16% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Hurlock. The area sees an average annual temperature of 56.9°F, with summers averaging 75°F and winters around 39°F. Annual rainfall totals 47.5 inches spread over roughly 122 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.