Laurel, Maryland vs. West Chester, Pennsylvania

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Chester, Pennsylvania is 1.4% more expensive than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $60,832 in West Chester, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Chester, Pennsylvania is more expensive than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% more expensive in West Chester
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. West Chester, PA
Compared to Laurel, West Chester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.4% higher
      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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% higher
  Commute
  31.7% lower
  Health
  21.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% lower