Independence, Missouri vs. Baltimore, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baltimore, Maryland is 6.8% more expensive than Independence, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $53,392 in Baltimore, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Independence, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baltimore, Maryland is more expensive than Independence, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
0% more expensive in Baltimore
than in Independence, Missouri
Independence, MO vs. Baltimore, MD
Compared to Independence, Baltimore is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.8% 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
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% higher
  Commute
  34.8% higher
  Health
  17.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% lower