Laurel, Maryland vs. Tega Cay, South Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tega Cay, South Carolina is 7.1% cheaper than Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $46,452 in Tega Cay, South Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tega Cay, South Carolina is cheaper than Laurel, Maryland
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
32% cheaper in Tega Cay
than in Laurel, Maryland
Laurel, MD vs. Tega_Cay, SC
Compared to Laurel, Tega_Cay is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.1% 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)
  4.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% lower
  Commute
  32.5% lower
  Health
  27.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.2% lower