Laurel, Maryland vs. Reston, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reston, Virginia is 12.1% more expensive than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $235,351 in Reston, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reston, Virginia is more expensive than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% more expensive in Reston
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Reston, VA
Compared to Laurel, Reston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% 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
  4.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.8% lower
  Commute
  10.6% lower
  Health
  17.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% higher