Laurel, Maryland vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 22.1% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $66,211 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Houston
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Laurel, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.1% 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
  8.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.1% lower
  Commute
  13.8% lower
  Health
  9.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.2% lower