Dayton, Ohio vs. Laurel, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laurel, Mississippi is 1.3% more expensive than Dayton, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $50,633 in Laurel, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Dayton, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laurel, Mississippi is more expensive than Dayton, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% more expensive in Laurel
than in Dayton, Ohio
Dayton, OH vs. Laurel, MS
Compared to Dayton, Laurel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.3% higher
      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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  121.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% lower
  Commute
  15.5% lower
  Health
  13.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% lower