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La Plata, MD Utility & Living Guide
La Plata is the capital city of Buenos Aires province, Argentina. According to the 2022 census, the Partido has a population of 772,618 and its metropolitan area, the Greater La Plata, has 938,287 inhabitants. It is located 9 kilometers inland from the southern shore of the Río de la Plata estuary.
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
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$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1300/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1700/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2300/mo |
| Median Home Price | $340,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.15% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in La Plata is relatively stable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are also available, but may be limited in certain areas. Home prices have been steadily increasing over the past few years.
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
105
100
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.15% |
| <p>State 6% + County 0% + City 0%</p> | |
Maryland has a progressive state income tax, with rates ranging from 2% to 5.75%
Family & Relocation
60
7/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
La Plata has a limited public transportation system, but it is relatively stroller-friendly, with accessible sidewalks and crosswalks
- Port Tobacco River Park
- La Plata Town Hall
- Charles County Fairgrounds
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📊 La Plata — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in La Plata tend to be higher in the summer months due to air conditioning usage, with average electric bills increasing by 20-30% from June to August. In the winter, heating costs are relatively low due to the mild climate, with average electric bills decreasing by 10-20% from December to February.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 20646 has a property tax millage rate of 0.85, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
8/10, with wide sidewalks, accessible crosswalks, and several parks and playgrounds, but some areas may have limited elevator access in public buildings
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