Gainesville, Virginia vs. Ellicott City, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ellicott City, Maryland is 2.8% cheaper than Gainesville, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $38,895 in Ellicott City, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Gainesville, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ellicott City, Maryland is cheaper than Gainesville, Virginia
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
16% cheaper in Ellicott City
than in Gainesville, Virginia
Gainesville, VA vs. Ellicott City, MD
Compared to Gainesville, Ellicott City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.8% 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
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.2% higher
  Commute
  10.1% lower
  Health
  16.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% higher