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Brunswick, MD Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
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$50/mo
$30/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| Median Home Price | $340,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Brunswick is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. The town has seen some new development in recent years, but overall the market remains stable. Rentals are also available, particularly in the downtown area.
Cost of Living
108
+8% above national average
105
96
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| <p>State 6% + No County tax + No City tax</p> | |
Maryland has a progressive state income tax with rates ranging from 4.75% to 5.75%
Family & Relocation
55
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
The town has a limited public transit system, but the MARC train line and some bus routes are stroller-friendly
- C&O Canal Towpath
- Brunswick Heritage Museum
- Sugarloaf Mountain
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📰 Live Local News
The town has regulations regarding zoning, noise ordinances, and historic district preservation
Financial Tools
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- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Brunswick — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Summer months bring higher electric bills due to air conditioning usage, while winter months see increased costs for heating. However, the town's moderate climate means that extreme temperature fluctuations are rare.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The 21716 ZIP code has a property tax millage rate of 0.85, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, due to the town's limited but improving sidewalk infrastructure and accessible parks, as well as the availability of elevators in some public buildings
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