Akron, Ohio vs. Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 33.1% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $73,200 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% more expensive in Baton Rouge
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to Akron, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.1% higher
      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
  1.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  146.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  38.7% higher
  Health
  33.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% higher