Elkridge, Maryland vs. Chester, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chester, Virginia is 16.0% cheaper than Elkridge, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $39,485 in Chester, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Elkridge, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chester, Virginia is cheaper than Elkridge, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% cheaper in Chester
than in Elkridge, Maryland
Elkridge, MD vs. Chester, VA
Compared to Elkridge, Chester is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.0% 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
  5.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.6% lower
  Commute
  17.7% lower
  Health
  14.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.5% lower