Fresno, California vs. Laurel, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laurel, Mississippi is 30.3% cheaper than Fresno, California.

You would need a salary of $69,700 in Laurel, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Fresno, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laurel, Mississippi is cheaper than Fresno, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Laurel
than in Fresno, California
Fresno, CA vs. Laurel, MS
Compared to Fresno, Laurel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.3% lower
      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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.4% lower
  Commute
  32.6% lower
  Health
  10.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% lower