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Cost of living in Kent County, MD

Estimated monthly cost
$3,239/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 19,265 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,119 35%
Federal tax $518 16%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $382 12%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $204 6%
State tax $161 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Kent County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,106
per month
1 bedroom
$1,119
per month
2 bedroom
$1,272
per month
3 bedroom
$1,649
per month
4 bedroom
$2,136
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Kent County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$74,402
per year
Individual earnings
$41,702
per year
Per capita
$45,817
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Kent County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$307,100
Annual property tax
$2,896

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Kent County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$150
per month · 16.7¢/kWh
Natural gas
$54
per month
Annual total
$2,448
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Kent County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.3%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Kent County

State and local tax rates for Maryland.

State income tax
5.8%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
6.0%
Combined sales tax
6.0%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Kent County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.0 min
Drive alone
70.8%
Public transit
1.0%
Work from home
10.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Kent County

What it costs to live in Kent County each month.

Single person
$3,239
per month
  • Rent $1,119
  • Energy $204
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $382
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $518
  • State tax $161
Couple
$4,677
per month
  • Rent $1,272
  • Energy $245
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $633
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $888
  • State tax $290
Family
$7,238
per month
  • Rent $1,649
  • Energy $306
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $960
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $888
  • State tax $290

Frequently asked questions about Kent County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Kent County?

In Kent County, MD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,119 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,272 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,649 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Kent County?

In Kent County, MD, the average household income is $74,402 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,702 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Kent County?

The estimated cost of living in Kent County, MD is approximately $3,239 per month for a single person, $4,677 for a couple, $7,238 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Kent County?

The combined sales tax rate in Kent County, MD is 6.00%, which includes the Maryland state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 0.00%.

Is Kent County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Kent County, MD would need approximately $3,239 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $74,402 per year ($6,200 per month). Kent County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Kent County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Kent County, MD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Kent County?

The average home value in Kent County, MD is $307,100, with average annual property taxes of $2,896, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Kent County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources