Olympia, Washington vs. Towson, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Towson, Maryland is 3.3% more expensive than Olympia, Washington.

You would need a salary of $64,050 in Towson, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Olympia, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Towson, Maryland is more expensive than Olympia, Washington
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
42% more expensive in Towson
than in Olympia, Washington
Olympia, WA vs. Towson, MD
Compared to Olympia, Towson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.3% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  42.9% higher
  Commute
  21.2% higher
  Health
  2.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% higher