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LAUREL vs. COLUMBIA
Cost of Living Comparison
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Laurel, Maryland vs. Columbia, Maryland
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbia, Maryland is
3.5%
cheaper
than Laurel, Maryland.
You would need a salary of
$72,369
in Columbia, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Maryland is
cheaper
than Laurel, Maryland
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
21% cheaper in Columbia
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Columbia, MD
Compared to Laurel, Columbia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
3.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
5.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.1% higher
Commute
21.9% lower
Health
0.8% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
3.8% higher
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