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TOWSON vs. COLUMBIA
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Towson, Maryland vs. Columbia, Maryland
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbia, Maryland is
2.3%
more expensive
than Towson, Maryland.
You would need a salary of
$51,168
in Columbia, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in Towson, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Maryland is
more expensive
than Towson, Maryland
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
3% more expensive in Columbia
than in Towson, Maryland
Towson, MD vs. Columbia, MD
Compared to Towson, Columbia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
2.3% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.5% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
3.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.2% higher
Commute
2.3% lower
Health
1.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
9.7% higher
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