Laurel, Maryland vs. Fort Myers Shores, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Myers Shores, Florida is 23.4% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $54,408 in Fort Myers Shores, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Myers Shores, Florida is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Fort Myers Shores
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Fort Myers Shores, FL
Compared to Laurel, Fort Myers Shores is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.4% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.7% lower
  Commute
  22.4% lower
  Health
  36.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.6% lower