Frederick, Maryland vs. Laurel, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Laurel, Maryland is 12.4% more expensive than Frederick, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $56,187 in Laurel, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Frederick, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laurel, Maryland is more expensive than Frederick, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% more expensive in Laurel
than in Frederick, Maryland
Frederick, MD vs. Laurel, MD
Compared to Frederick, Laurel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.4% 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
  0.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.9% higher
  Commute
  40.8% higher
  Health
  2.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% higher