Laurel, Mississippi vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 9.6% more expensive than Laurel, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $54,792 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is more expensive than Laurel, Mississippi
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% more expensive in Waco
than in Laurel, Mississippi
Laurel, MS vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Laurel, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.6% 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
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% lower
  Commute
  5.5% higher
  Health
  1.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% lower