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GAITHERSBURG vs. LAKE FOREST
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Gaithersburg, Maryland vs. Lake Forest, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lake Forest, California is
33.2%
more expensive
than Gaithersburg, Maryland.
You would need a salary of
$66,599
in Lake Forest, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Gaithersburg, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, California is
more expensive
than Gaithersburg, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
98% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Gaithersburg, Maryland
Gaithersburg, MD vs. Lake Forest, CA
Compared to Gaithersburg, Lake Forest is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
33.2% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
7.1% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
95.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.4% lower
Commute
18.0% lower
Health
7.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.6% higher
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