Bellingham, Washington vs. Laurel, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laurel, Mississippi is 41.6% cheaper than Bellingham, Washington.

You would need a salary of $67,208 in Laurel, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Bellingham, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laurel, Mississippi is cheaper than Bellingham, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% cheaper in Laurel
than in Bellingham, Washington
Bellingham, WA vs. Laurel, MS
Compared to Bellingham, Laurel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  41.6% 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
  7.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  44.5% higher
  Commute
  16.5% lower
  Health
  5.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.5% lower