Laurel, Maryland vs. Providence, Rhode Island

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Providence, Rhode Island is 11.8% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $88,173 in Providence, Rhode Island to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Providence, Rhode Island is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% cheaper in Providence
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Providence, RI
Compared to Laurel, Providence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.8% 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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% higher
  Commute
  19.3% lower
  Health
  0.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% higher