Columbia, Maryland vs. West Lafayette, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Lafayette, Indiana is 23.6% cheaper than Columbia, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $38,208 in West Lafayette, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Lafayette, Indiana is cheaper than Columbia, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% cheaper in West Lafayette
than in Columbia, Maryland
Columbia, MD vs. West Lafayette, IN
Compared to Columbia, West Lafayette is:
  Homeowner
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  23.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.0% lower
  Commute
  34.7% lower
  Health
  6.4% higher
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  Personal
  22.8% lower
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