Laurel, Maryland vs. Scranton, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Scranton, Pennsylvania is 35.6% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $32,219 in Scranton, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Scranton, Pennsylvania is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% cheaper in Scranton
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Scranton, PA
Compared to Laurel, Scranton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.6% 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
  10.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  78.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.8% lower
  Commute
  36.6% lower
  Health
  12.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.4% lower