Rockville, Maryland vs. Sterling, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sterling, Virginia is 5.0% cheaper than Rockville, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $71,239 in Sterling, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Rockville, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sterling, Virginia is cheaper than Rockville, Maryland
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
14% cheaper in Sterling
than in Rockville, Maryland
Rockville, MD vs. Sterling, VA
Compared to Rockville, Sterling is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.0% 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
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.2% lower
  Commute
  11.4% lower
  Health
  17.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.9% higher