Columbia, Maryland vs. Meriden, Connecticut

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Meriden, Connecticut is 16.4% cheaper than Columbia, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $41,801 in Meriden, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Meriden, Connecticut is cheaper than Columbia, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Meriden
than in Columbia, Maryland
Columbia, MD vs. Meriden, CT
Compared to Columbia, Meriden is:
  Homeowner
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  16.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.9% higher
  Commute
  14.5% lower
  Health
  39.3% higher
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  Personal
  4.7% higher
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