Laurel, Maryland vs. Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tucson, Arizona is 21.9% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $62,447 in Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tucson, Arizona is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% cheaper in Tucson
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Tucson, AZ
Compared to Laurel, Tucson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.9% 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
  11.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.4% lower
  Commute
  30.1% lower
  Health
  2.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.0% lower