Laurel, Maryland vs. Westminster, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Westminster, Maryland is 9.9% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $45,065 in Westminster, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Westminster, Maryland is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
5% cheaper in Westminster
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Westminster, MD
Compared to Laurel, Westminster is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.9% 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
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  25.0% lower
  Health
  3.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.5% lower