Laurel, Maryland vs. Madison, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Alabama is 19.7% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $40,171 in Madison, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Alabama is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% cheaper in Madison
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Madison, AL
Compared to Laurel, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.7% 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
  7.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.9% lower
  Commute
  41.6% lower
  Health
  42.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% lower