Laurel, Maryland vs. Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is 3.3% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $193,312 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Lauderdale, Florida is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Taxes is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Taxes
28% cheaper in Fort Lauderdale
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Fort Lauderdale, FL
Compared to Laurel, Fort Lauderdale is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.3% 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
  0.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% lower
  Commute
  5.3% lower
  Health
  13.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.5% lower