Rockville, Maryland vs. Bellingham, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bellingham, Washington is 11.7% cheaper than Rockville, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $116,493 in Bellingham, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockville, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bellingham, Washington is cheaper than Rockville, Maryland
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
38% cheaper in Bellingham
than in Rockville, Maryland
Rockville, MD vs. Bellingham, WA
Compared to Rockville, Bellingham is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.7% 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
  9.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.4% lower
  Commute
  38.8% lower
  Health
  12.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% higher