Laurel, Maryland vs. Fort Worth, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Worth, Texas is 18.3% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $61,297 in Fort Worth, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Worth, Texas is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% cheaper in Fort Worth
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Fort Worth, TX
Compared to Laurel, Fort Worth is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.3% 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
  9.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% lower
  Commute
  17.5% lower
  Health
  13.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% lower