Laurel, Maryland vs. Boston, Massachusetts

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boston, Massachusetts is 25.1% more expensive than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $62,561 in Boston, Massachusetts to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boston, Massachusetts is more expensive than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% more expensive in Boston
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Boston, MA
Compared to Laurel, Boston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.1% 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
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.6% higher
  Commute
  4.6% lower
  Health
  2.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.8% higher