Marietta, Georgia vs. Laurel, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laurel, Mississippi is 35.8% cheaper than Marietta, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $55,236 in Laurel, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Marietta, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laurel, Mississippi is cheaper than Marietta, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
71% cheaper in Laurel
than in Marietta, Georgia
Marietta, GA vs. Laurel, MS
Compared to Marietta, Laurel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.8% 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  61.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% higher
  Commute
  43.4% lower
  Health
  4.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% lower