Laurel, Maryland vs. Waterville, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waterville, Maine is 35.8% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $32,096 in Waterville, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waterville, Maine is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Waterville
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Waterville, ME
Compared to Laurel, Waterville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.8% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.8% lower
  Commute
  54.4% lower
  Health
  7.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.5% lower