Laurel, Maryland vs. Martinsburg, West Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Martinsburg, West Virginia is 26.8% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $36,582 in Martinsburg, West Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Martinsburg, West Virginia is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Martinsburg
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Martinsburg, WV
Compared to Laurel, Martinsburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.8% 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
  3.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.8% lower
  Commute
  38.2% lower
  Health
  41.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.9% lower