Retiring in Annapolis, Maryland

Overview

Sailing-town charm on the Chesapeake, close enough to DC/Baltimore for family visits.

Home Price

Homes in Annapolis typically range from $306k to $550k.

Source: Zillow Home Value Index. Estimates only — verify current pricing before making decisions.

Cost of Living

Annapolis's cost of living index is 103.2 compared to a U.S. national average of 100.

Climate

Average summer highs around 84°F and winter daytime temperatures around 46°F, with high humidity and a “Four seasons” seasonal pattern.

Geography & Landscape

Healthcare

Healthcare access and quality index: 74/100 (HomeAfterWork healthcare index — County Health Rankings + CMS Care Compare, local-adjusted from the U.S. national baseline).

Safety & Stability

Annapolis scores a safety index of 32.6/100 and a political stability score of 3.3/10, based on sourced crime and stability data.

Airport Access

About 39 minutes to the nearest major airport we could confirm.

Lifestyle & Activities

Outdoor activities:

• Boating / kayaking
• Fishing
• Tennis / racquet sports
• Gardening
• Nature / bird watching

Culture & lifestyle:

• Museums
• Food culture

Things to Consider

• High cost of living for the region
• Humid summers