North Laurel, Maryland vs. Elkins, West Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elkins, West Virginia is 42.0% cheaper than North Laurel, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $28,996 in Elkins, West Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in North Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elkins, West Virginia is cheaper than North Laurel, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Elkins
than in North Laurel, Maryland
North Laurel, MD vs. Elkins, WV
Compared to North Laurel, Elkins is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.0% 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
  7.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.1% lower
  Commute
  48.3% lower
  Health
  56.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  20.3% lower