Cost of Living in Luke, MD

With a cost of living index of 60, Luke, MD is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 40% cheaper than the national average and 59% below the Maryland state average of 119. Luke is a small community of 93 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Luke's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $638 (52% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $50,000 (84% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 0.7x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Luke is $73,125, which is 3% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 10% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Luke. The area sees an average annual temperature of 46.5°F, with summers averaging 64°F and winters around 28°F. Annual rainfall totals 56.7 inches spread over roughly 194 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

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.