Laurel, DE Cost of Living


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Laurel cost of living score
108.1
More expensive
8.1% higher
than the US average
4.4% higher
than the Delaware average
Laurel, Delaware gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 108.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 8.1% higher than the U.S. average and 4.4% lower than the average for Delaware.

Laurel, DE

Housing costs in Laurel?
A typical home costs $245,900, which is 27.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 26.9% less expensive than the average Delaware home, at $336,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Laurel costs $900 per month, which is 37.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 47.8% cheaper than the state average of $1,330.

Can I afford Laurel?
To live comfortably in Laurel, Delaware, a minimum annual income of $47,160 for a family, and $27,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Laurel?
Living in Laurel, DE is relatively affordable. According to BestPlaces, the cost of living index for Laurel is about 17% lower than the US average. Renting an apartment in the city centre costs around $660 per month on average, while a three-bedroom outside of the centre costs on average around $900 per month. Groceries and dining out are also quite affordable, with restaurant meals costing about $15-20. Utility bills tend to be very low due to mild winters and summers, but they can still add up over time. All in all, it's easy to see why living in Laurel is such an attractive option for many people.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesLaurelDelawareUnited States
  108.1103.5100.0
  105.3105.9100
  113.4112.2100.0
  84.6104.4100.0
  $245,900$336,200$338,100
  103.9%105.2%100.0%
  91.395.8100.0
  89.298.2100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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In the town of Laurel there are two properties taxes, town and country. Outside of town only has county. In town of Laurel there is city water, sewage and trash with a  More

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Laurel is place I moved to because a house was available at a time when a roof was the most important thing in my life. The people here are snooty for no reason. Jobs a  More

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