Laurel, Maryland vs. Oakland, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oakland, California is 44.0% more expensive than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $158,361 in Oakland, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oakland, California is more expensive than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
98% more expensive in Oakland
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Oakland, CA
Compared to Laurel, Oakland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.0% 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
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  121.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.8% lower
  Commute
  8.9% lower
  Health
  33.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.4% lower