Laurel, Mississippi vs. Baltimore, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baltimore, Maryland is 26.8% more expensive than Laurel, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $63,403 in Baltimore, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baltimore, Maryland is more expensive than Laurel, Mississippi
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% more expensive in Baltimore
than in Laurel, Mississippi
Laurel, MS vs. Baltimore, MD
Compared to Laurel, Baltimore is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.8% 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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.6% higher
  Commute
  81.6% higher
  Health
  17.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% higher