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WEST LAUREL vs. COLUMBIA
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West Laurel, Maryland vs. Columbia, Maryland
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbia, Maryland is
8.4%
cheaper
than West Laurel, Maryland.
You would need a salary of
$45,817
in Columbia, Maryland to maintain the standard of living you have in West Laurel, Maryland.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbia, Maryland is
cheaper
than West Laurel, Maryland
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
14% cheaper in Columbia
than in West Laurel, Maryland
West Laurel, MD vs. Columbia, MD
Compared to West Laurel, Columbia is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
8.4% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
14.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.5% higher
Commute
18.2% lower
Health
0.8% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
4.1% higher
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