Rockville, Maryland vs. Hickory, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hickory, North Carolina is 36.8% cheaper than Rockville, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $31,590 in Hickory, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockville, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hickory, North Carolina is cheaper than Rockville, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Hickory
than in Rockville, Maryland
Rockville, MD vs. Hickory, NC
Compared to Rockville, Hickory is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.8% 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
  15.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.7% lower
  Commute
  40.4% lower
  Health
  46.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% lower