Worcester, Massachusetts vs. Laurel, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laurel, Maryland is 16.7% more expensive than Worcester, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $93,321 in Laurel, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laurel, Maryland is more expensive than Worcester, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% more expensive in Laurel
than in Worcester, Massachusetts
Worcester, MA vs. Laurel, MD
Compared to Worcester, Laurel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.7% 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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% higher
  Commute
  44.8% higher
  Health
  9.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.8% higher