South Laurel, MD Cost of Living


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South Laurel cost of living score
120.8
More expensive
20.8% higher
than the US average
8.1% higher
than the Maryland average
South Laurel, Maryland gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 120.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 20.8% higher than the U.S. average and 8.1% lower than the average for Maryland.

South Laurel, MD

Housing costs in South Laurel?
A typical home costs $431,100, which is 27.5% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 11.1% more expensive than the average Maryland home, at $388,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in South Laurel costs $1,750 per month, which is 22.4% more than the national average of $1,430 and 7.4% more than the state average of $1,620.

Can I afford South Laurel?
To live comfortably in South Laurel, Maryland, a minimum annual income of $82,440 for a family, and $61,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about South Laurel?
South Laurel, MD is known for having a very reasonable cost of living. The city offers plenty of affordable housing options for both renters and homeowners alike. Many amenities are also easily accessible, such as grocery stores, restaurants, parks, and public transportation. Additionally, the area has some of the lowest employment and income taxes in the state of Maryland. All these factors make South Laurel an ideal place to live for anyone looking for a great balance between affordability and convenience.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSouth LaurelMarylandUnited States
  120.8111.8100.0
  108.7105.2100
  87.284.2100.0
  135.3124.1100.0
  $431,100$388,100$338,100
  108.5%105.6%100.0%
  139.2119.3100.0
  117.8112.5100.0

   100=National Average

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