Laurel, Maryland vs. Stamford, Connecticut

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Stamford, Connecticut is 14.9% more expensive than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $57,463 in Stamford, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Stamford, Connecticut is more expensive than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% more expensive in Stamford
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Stamford, CT
Compared to Laurel, Stamford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.9% 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
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.1% higher
  Commute
  15.9% lower
  Health
  45.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% higher