Laurel, Maryland vs. Alpine, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alpine, Texas is 31.2% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $92,826 in Alpine, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alpine, Texas is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Alpine
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Alpine, TX
Compared to Laurel, Alpine is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.2% 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
  10.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% lower
  Commute
  52.4% lower
  Health
  19.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.3% lower