Alexandria, Louisiana vs. Mena, Arkansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mena, Arkansas is 12.8% cheaper than Alexandria, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $104,582 in Mena, Arkansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mena, Arkansas is cheaper than Alexandria, Louisiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
36% cheaper in Mena
than in Alexandria, Louisiana
Alexandria, LA vs. Mena, AR
Compared to Alexandria, Mena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.8% 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
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.5% higher
  Commute
  19.7% lower
  Health
  12.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.4% lower