Alexandria, Louisiana vs. South Bend, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Bend, Indiana is 9.1% cheaper than Alexandria, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $45,455 in South Bend, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Bend, Indiana is cheaper than Alexandria, Louisiana
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
36% cheaper in South Bend
than in Alexandria, Louisiana
Alexandria, LA vs. South Bend, IN
Compared to Alexandria, South Bend is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.1% 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
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.6% lower
  Commute
  16.7% lower
  Health
  11.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.5% lower