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COLUMBIA vs. GERMANTOWN
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Columbia, Maryland vs. Germantown, Maryland
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The cost of living in Germantown, Maryland is
2.4%
cheaper
than Columbia, Maryland.
You would need a salary of
$48,817
in Germantown, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Germantown, Maryland is
cheaper
than Columbia, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% cheaper in Germantown
than in Columbia, Maryland
Columbia, MD vs. Germantown, MD
Compared to Columbia, Germantown is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
2.4% lower
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3.9% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
13.8% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
14.5% lower
Commute
30.6% higher
Health
0.3% higher
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Personal
15.5% lower
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