Sacramento, California vs. Laurel, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laurel, Maryland is 0.8% more expensive than Sacramento, California.

You would need a salary of $50,411 in Laurel, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Sacramento, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laurel, Maryland is more expensive than Sacramento, California
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
22% more expensive in Laurel
than in Sacramento, California
Sacramento, CA vs. Laurel, MD
Compared to Sacramento, Laurel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.8% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% higher
  Commute
  14.1% higher
  Health
  16.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% higher