Alexandria, Virginia vs. Laurel, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laurel, Maryland is 12.6% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $43,692 in Laurel, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laurel, Maryland is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Laurel
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Laurel, MD
Compared to Alexandria, Laurel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.6% lower
      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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  39.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.5% higher
  Commute
  7.2% higher
  Health
  14.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher