Laurel, Maryland vs. Roanoke, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Roanoke, Virginia is 31.9% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $102,162 in Roanoke, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Roanoke, Virginia is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Roanoke
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Roanoke, VA
Compared to Laurel, Roanoke is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.9% 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
  11.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.5% lower
  Commute
  44.2% lower
  Health
  26.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.2% lower