The Woodlands, Texas vs. Columbia, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbia, Maryland is 5.7% more expensive than The Woodlands, Texas.

You would need a salary of $153,293 in Columbia, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in The Woodlands, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Maryland is more expensive than The Woodlands, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
58% more expensive in Columbia
than in The Woodlands, Texas
The Woodlands, TX vs. Columbia, MD
Compared to The Woodlands, Columbia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.7% 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
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.5% higher
  Commute
  11.9% higher
  Health
  13.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.9% higher