Average closing costs in Maryland and the District of Columbia are less than the national average, according to the results of an annual survey by Bankrate.com.
Closing costs averaged $3,741 nationally, according to the survey, which was based on a loan amount of $200,000 and included loan origination and title fees.
Here’s a breakdown of states in the Washington Metro Area, where Federal Title primarily works:
| Maryland | $3,402 | No. 38 |
| District of Columbia | $3,685 | No. 22 |
| Virginia | $3,883 | No. 19 |
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