Laurel, Mississippi vs. Pasadena, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Pasadena, California is 158.1% more expensive than Laurel, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $129,028 in Pasadena, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Pasadena, California is more expensive than Laurel, Mississippi
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
727% more expensive in Pasadena
than in Laurel, Mississippi
Laurel, MS vs. Pasadena, CA
Compared to Laurel, Pasadena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  158.1% 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
  9.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  625.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% higher
  Commute
  127.0% higher
  Health
  15.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.5% higher