Laurel, Maryland vs. Phoenix, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Phoenix, Arizona is 11.3% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $42,824 in Phoenix, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Phoenix, Arizona is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
0% cheaper in Phoenix
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Phoenix, AZ
Compared to Laurel, Phoenix is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.3% 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
  9.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% lower
  Commute
  14.6% lower
  Health
  6.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.5% lower