Laurel, Maryland vs. Montecito, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Montecito, California is 296.5% more expensive than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $198,246 in Montecito, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Montecito, California is more expensive than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
885% more expensive in Montecito
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Montecito, CA
Compared to Laurel, Montecito is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  296.5% higher
      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
  12.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  850.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.3% lower
  Commute
  27.0% lower
  Health
  29.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.2% lower