Cost of Living Calculator - Maryland, New York vs Washington, District of Columbia


The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is 93.1% more expensive than Maryland, New York.

You would need a salary of $96,548 in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Maryland, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is more expensive than Maryland, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
299% more expensive in Washington
than in Maryland, New York
Maryland, NY vs Washington, DC
Compared to Maryland, Washington is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  93.1% 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
  16.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  403.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.2% higher
  Commute
  59.6% higher
  Health
  12.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.1% higher

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