Laurel, Maryland vs. Norfolk, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Norfolk, Virginia is 25.1% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $89,853 in Norfolk, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Norfolk, Virginia is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% cheaper in Norfolk
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Norfolk, VA
Compared to Laurel, Norfolk is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.1% 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
  9.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.9% lower
  Commute
  40.3% lower
  Health
  20.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% lower