Frederick, Maryland vs. Bowie, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bowie, Maryland is 17.4% more expensive than Frederick, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $58,708 in Bowie, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Frederick, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bowie, Maryland is more expensive than Frederick, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Bowie
than in Frederick, Maryland
Frederick, MD vs. Bowie, MD
Compared to Frederick, Bowie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.2% higher
  Commute
  44.3% higher
  Health
  2.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.9% higher