Bowie, Maryland vs. Alameda, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alameda, California is 63.9% more expensive than Bowie, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $122,951 in Alameda, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Bowie, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alameda, California is more expensive than Bowie, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
150% more expensive in Alameda
than in Bowie, Maryland
Bowie, MD vs. Alameda, CA
Compared to Bowie, Alameda is:
  Homeowner
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  63.9% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  179.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  17.8% lower
  Commute
  11.4% lower
  Health
  33.9% higher
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  Personal
  2.2% lower
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