Cost of Living Calculator - Alexandria, Virginia vs Laurel, Mississippi


The cost of living in Laurel, Mississippi is 48.7% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $38,489 in Laurel, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laurel, Mississippi is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Laurel
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs Laurel, MS
Compared to Alexandria, Laurel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.7% 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
  15.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% higher
  Commute
  46.8% lower
  Health
  1.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.0% lower

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