Laurel, Maryland vs. Rio Rico, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rio Rico, Arizona is 32.7% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $33,646 in Rio Rico, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rico, Arizona is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Rio Rico
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Rio Rico, AZ
Compared to Laurel, Rio Rico is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.7% 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
  12.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% lower
  Commute
  37.6% lower
  Health
  1.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.1% lower