Laurel, Maryland vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 12.4% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $99,253 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Chicago
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Laurel, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.5% lower
  Commute
  0.3% higher
  Health
  0.9% higher
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  Personal
  6.2% lower
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