Helena, Montana vs. Laurel, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laurel, Maryland is 23.3% more expensive than Helena, Montana.

You would need a salary of $57,970 in Laurel, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Helena, Montana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laurel, Maryland is more expensive than Helena, Montana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
127% more expensive in Laurel
than in Helena, Montana
Helena, MT vs. Laurel, MD
Compared to Helena, Laurel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.3% 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
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.4% higher
  Commute
  127.1% higher
  Health
  13.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.1% higher