Cost of living in Rockville

In Rockville, United States, a single person typically needs around $2505 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $5997 monthly.

How expensive is Rockville compared to other cities?

Rockville is 75% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.

How does Rockville compare to your city?

Rockville is 40% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Rockville is, on average, 37% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Rockville?

Who is Rockville a good fit for?

Rockville is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.

FAQ

Why is Rockville so expensive?

The primary reason for Rockville's high cost of living is the significant expense associated with rent and utilities. This factor heavily influences overall living costs in the area.

Is food expensive in Rockville?

Yes, food costs in Rockville are 32% higher than the European benchmark. This adds to the overall financial burden for residents.

Is public transport affordable in Rockville?

Public transport in Rockville is 5% higher than the European benchmark. While not the most expensive, it still contributes to the overall cost of living.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2505 $
Without Rent
860 $
Rent & Utilities
1645 $
Food
629 $
Transport
79 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
5845 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
67.1K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 18.2 $
Dinner 82.5 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 10 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 6.47 $
Capuccino 4.8 $
Coke, 330ml 2.33 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.15 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 3.48 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.26 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.61 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 15 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 8.05 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 17.6 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 6.27 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.77 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.91 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.89 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 4.88 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.63 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.69 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 13.6 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 2.25 $
Cigarette pack 7.01 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 4.72 $
Monthly Pass 140 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.9 $
Taxi, 8 km 10.4 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 96.8 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 8.29 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.25 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.81 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.99 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 96 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 148 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 63.6 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,401 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 2,781 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,824 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 3,317 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 4,338 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,921 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 5,845 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.65%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 89.5 $
Cinema, 1 seat 14.9 $
Haircut 17 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 85.1 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 46.5 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 1,761 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 14,942 $

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Rockville vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 46% less expensive) Rockville vs Holetown (Holetown is 45% less expensive)
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Rockville vs Havana (Havana is 59% less expensive) Rockville vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 43% less expensive) Rockville vs Holguin (Holguin is 49% less expensive) Rockville vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 39% less expensive) Rockville vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 58% less expensive) Rockville vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 53% less expensive) Rockville vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 38% less expensive) Rockville vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 38% less expensive) Rockville vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 56% less expensive) Rockville vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 65% less expensive)
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Rockville vs San Jose (San Jose is 51% less expensive) Rockville vs Limon (Limon is 52% less expensive) Rockville vs Liberia (Liberia is 64% less expensive) Rockville vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 51% less expensive) Rockville vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 49% less expensive) Rockville vs Cartago (Cartago is 62% less expensive) Rockville vs Heredia (Heredia is 50% less expensive) Rockville vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 33% less expensive) Rockville vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 48% less expensive)
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Rockville vs Castries (Castries is 54% less expensive) Rockville vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 52% less expensive)
Jamaica
Rockville vs Kingston (Kingston is 47% less expensive) Rockville vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 69% less expensive) Rockville vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 59% less expensive) Rockville vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 53% less expensive) Rockville vs May Pen (May Pen is 67% less expensive) Rockville vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 61% less expensive) Rockville vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 66% less expensive) Rockville vs Linstead (Linstead is 58% less expensive) Rockville vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 55% less expensive) Rockville vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 54% less expensive)
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Rockville vs St. George's (St. George's is 57% less expensive) Rockville vs Grenville (Grenville is 58% less expensive)
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Rockville vs Roseau (Roseau is 60% less expensive) Rockville vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 55% less expensive)
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Rockville vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 61% less expensive) Rockville vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 60% less expensive)
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Rockville vs Belize City (Belize City is 65% less expensive) Rockville vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 56% less expensive) Rockville vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 71% less expensive) Rockville vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 47% less expensive) Rockville vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 37% less expensive)
Guatemala
Rockville vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 60% less expensive) Rockville vs Mixco (Mixco is 74% less expensive) Rockville vs Coban (Coban is 64% less expensive) Rockville vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 69% less expensive) Rockville vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 64% less expensive) Rockville vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 64% less expensive) Rockville vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 65% less expensive) Rockville vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 65% less expensive) Rockville vs Flores (Flores is 66% less expensive) Rockville vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 68% less expensive)
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Rockville vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 67% less expensive) Rockville vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 59% less expensive) Rockville vs Choloma (Choloma is 76% less expensive) Rockville vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 74% less expensive) Rockville vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 65% less expensive) Rockville vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 65% less expensive) Rockville vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 71% less expensive) Rockville vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 71% less expensive) Rockville vs Yoro (Yoro is 71% less expensive) Rockville vs La Lima (La Lima is 65% less expensive)
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Rockville vs Managua (Managua is 69% less expensive) Rockville vs Leon (Leon is 74% less expensive) Rockville vs Masaya (Masaya is 72% less expensive) Rockville vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 78% less expensive) Rockville vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 75% less expensive) Rockville vs Esteli (Esteli is 76% less expensive) Rockville vs Granada (Granada is 72% less expensive) Rockville vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 82% less expensive) Rockville vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 73% less expensive) Rockville vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 64% less expensive)