Frederick, Maryland vs. Monroe, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monroe, North Carolina is 13.5% cheaper than Frederick, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $43,263 in Monroe, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Frederick, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monroe, North Carolina is cheaper than Frederick, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Monroe
than in Frederick, Maryland
Frederick, MD vs. Monroe, NC
Compared to Frederick, Monroe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.5% 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
  9.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.6% higher
  Commute
  2.7% lower
  Health
  14.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.8% lower