Towson, Maryland vs. Sarasota, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Sarasota, Florida is 11.0% cheaper than Towson, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $267,042 in Sarasota, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Towson, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Sarasota, Florida is cheaper than Towson, Maryland
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
21% cheaper in Sarasota
than in Towson, Maryland
Towson, MD vs. Sarasota, FL
Compared to Towson, Sarasota is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.0% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.4% lower
  Commute
  17.7% lower
  Health
  19.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.7% lower