Albany, New York vs. Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 5.0% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $47,513 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% cheaper in Baton Rouge
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to Albany, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.0% 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
  5.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.3% lower
  Commute
  27.2% higher
  Health
  0.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.2% lower