Frederick, Maryland vs. Charles Town, West Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charles Town, West Virginia is 4.2% more expensive than Frederick, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $79,517 in Charles Town, West Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Frederick, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charles Town, West Virginia is more expensive than Frederick, Maryland
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
42% more expensive in Charles Town
than in Frederick, Maryland
Frederick, MD vs. Charles Town, WV
Compared to Frederick, Charles Town is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.2% 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
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.9% lower
  Commute
  42.7% higher
  Health
  46.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% lower