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FOREST vs. COLUMBIA
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Forest, Virginia vs. Columbia, Maryland
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbia, Maryland is
23.4%
more expensive
than Forest, Virginia.
You would need a salary of
$120,891
in Columbia, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Forest, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Maryland is
more expensive
than Forest, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% more expensive in Columbia
than in Forest, Virginia
Forest, VA vs. Columbia, MD
Compared to Forest, Columbia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
23.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
3.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
41.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.9% higher
Commute
48.8% higher
Health
17.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
17.0% higher
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