Oro Valley, Arizona vs. Towson, Maryland

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Towson, Maryland is 3.8% more expensive than Oro Valley, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $171,221 in Towson, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Oro Valley, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Towson, Maryland is more expensive than Oro Valley, Arizona
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
30% more expensive in Towson
than in Oro Valley, Arizona
Oro Valley, AZ vs. Towson, MD
Compared to Oro Valley, Towson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  5.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% lower
  Commute
  5.6% higher
  Health
  0.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.6% higher