Cost of Living Calculator - Washington, District of Columbia vs Laurel, Mississippi


The cost of living in Laurel, Mississippi is 52.2% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $23,922 in Laurel, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Laurel, Mississippi is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Laurel
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs Laurel, MS
Compared to Washington, Laurel is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  52.2% 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
  16.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% lower
  Commute
  49.4% lower
  Health
  7.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.4% lower

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