Laurel, Maryland vs. Daphne, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Daphne, Alabama is 24.6% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $75,449 in Daphne, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Daphne, Alabama is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% cheaper in Daphne
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Daphne, AL
Compared to Laurel, Daphne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.6% 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
  9.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% lower
  Commute
  41.3% lower
  Health
  32.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% lower