Laurel, Maryland vs. Harrisonburg, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Harrisonburg, Virginia is 27.4% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $77,675 in Harrisonburg, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Harrisonburg, Virginia is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% cheaper in Harrisonburg
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Harrisonburg, VA
Compared to Laurel, Harrisonburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.4% 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
  8.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.6% lower
  Commute
  52.4% lower
  Health
  23.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.1% lower