West Branch, Iowa vs. Frederick, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Frederick, Maryland is 24.8% more expensive than West Branch, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $149,794 in Frederick, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in West Branch, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Frederick, Maryland is more expensive than West Branch, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% more expensive in Frederick
than in West Branch, Iowa
West Branch, IA vs. Frederick, MD
Compared to West Branch, Frederick is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.8% 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
  10.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.6% lower
  Commute
  28.4% higher
  Health
  17.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% higher