Sandy Springs, Georgia vs. Ellicott City, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ellicott City, Maryland is 2.6% more expensive than Sandy Springs, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $51,308 in Ellicott City, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Sandy Springs, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ellicott City, Maryland is more expensive than Sandy Springs, Georgia
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
63% more expensive in Ellicott City
than in Sandy Springs, Georgia
Sandy Springs, GA vs. Ellicott City, MD
Compared to Sandy Springs, Ellicott City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.6% 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)
  11.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.3% higher
  Commute
  8.5% lower
  Health
  12.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.9% higher