Cost of Living
Charles County’s cost of living is among the lowest within the metropolitan Washington, DC area. This statistic strengthens local purchasing power and creates attractive housing choices at every price point. Lower utility costs and real estate taxes, coupled with quality schools and lifestyle amenities, attract citizens who energize the local economy.
| Cost of Living | Charles County, MD | Washington, DC - Arlington, VA - Alexandria, VA |
|---|---|---|
|
Overall |
116.0 | 137.0 |
|
Grocery |
115.1 | 113.2 |
|
Health |
101.0 | 102.0 |
|
Housing |
137.0 | 203.0 |
|
Utilities |
110.0 | 112.0 |
|
Transportation |
106.0 | 108.0 |
|
Miscellaneous |
100.0 |
99.0 |
Median real-estate taxes are among the lowest in Southern Maryland.
Views from Charles
#MyCharlesCounty and other ways to make a difference
For those who work in economic development, pointing out a community’s assets is part of the job. But sometimes, it’s what its citizens say that makes a difference. This is a true story told by a local businessman who’s now in Southern Maryland but moved here from another state.
“Charles County is a great central location for us to have access to all of our customers. We do business with NSWC Carderock, Naval Research Laboratory, NAWCAD Patuxent River, NSWC Dahlgren, and Indian Head Naval Support Facility, to name a few.”
Scott Decker
Director of Operations
Cardinal Scientific
“We are proud to be a key part of Charles County’s future and we heartily encourage other, cutting-edge companies to join us.”
Doug Egan
Chief Executive Officer
Competitive Power Ventures
“Charles County is where we started our company and where we grew and expanded. We now operate our managed print and managed IT solutions in five states and provide custom apps all around the globe. Our headquarters is still in Charles County, an excellent place to conduct business and recruit highly skilled individuals for our ever growing team!"
Joshua Justice
President
Just Tech
“We are proud to be a key part of Charles County’s future and we heartily encourage other, cutting-edge companies to join us.”
Katharine Tate
Executive Director of Provider Engagement and Community Relations
Righttime Medical Care
“Charles County is a great place for businesses to start, grow, and thrive! We've worked with over 100 businesses since we opened our doors in Charles County, and I've witnessed the majority of these businesses achieve all three.”
Darlene M. Breck
Owner
Southern Maryland Business Center
“Charles County is a great place to do business because of the passion of the business community and the residents who strive to make it the best that it can be."
Andrew W. Welburn
President
The Welburn Organization
