Cost of Living Calculator - Richmond, Virginia vs Laurel, Maryland


The cost of living in Laurel, Maryland is 27.6% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $95,682 in Laurel, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laurel, Maryland is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% more expensive in Laurel
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs Laurel, MD
Compared to Richmond, Laurel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.6% 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
  9.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% higher
  Commute
  65.4% higher
  Health
  12.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.5% higher

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