Cost of Living Calculator - Laurel, Mississippi vs Athens, Ohio


The cost of living in Athens, Ohio is 10.3% more expensive than Laurel, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $55,139 in Athens, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Ohio is more expensive than Laurel, Mississippi
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% more expensive in Athens
than in Laurel, Mississippi
Laurel, MS vs Athens, OH
Compared to Laurel, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.3% 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
  9.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.1% higher
  Commute
  13.1% lower
  Health
  12.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.6% lower

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