Towson, Maryland vs. Wake Forest, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Wake Forest, North Carolina is 4.9% cheaper than Towson, Maryland.

You would need a salary of $71,302 in Wake Forest, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Towson, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wake Forest, North Carolina is cheaper than Towson, Maryland
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
18% cheaper in Wake Forest
than in Towson, Maryland
Towson, MD vs. Wake Forest, NC
Compared to Towson, Wake Forest is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.9% 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
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.5% lower
  Commute
  12.9% lower
  Health
  11.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.4% lower