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Perry Point, MD Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
$60/mo
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2000/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.15% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Perry Point is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are also available, but may be limited. The area is popular with families and retirees due to its small-town feel and access to outdoor recreation
Cost of Living
108
+8% above national average
105
102
105
$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
55
7/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Perry Point has limited public transit options, but the town is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks
- Upper Bay Museum
- Elkton Historic District
- Fair Hill Natural Resource Management Area
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Financial Tools
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- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
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📊 Perry Point — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Perry Point tend to be higher in the summer due to air conditioning usage, with average electric bills increasing by 20-30% during the peak summer months. In contrast, winter heating costs are relatively lower due to the town's mild climate
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 21902 has a property tax millage rate of 1.15, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, due to the town's limited but improving sidewalk infrastructure, as well as its parks and outdoor recreation areas, which offer stroller-friendly paths and amenities
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