Laurel, Maryland vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 17.6% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $56,020 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% cheaper in Dallas
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Laurel, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.6% lower
      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
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.8% lower
  Commute
  15.2% lower
  Health
  12.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% lower