Bogalusa, Louisiana vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 29.1% more expensive than Bogalusa, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $96,791 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Bogalusa, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is more expensive than Bogalusa, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
148% more expensive in Houston
than in Bogalusa, Louisiana
Bogalusa, LA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Bogalusa, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.1% 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
  7.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  204.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.2% higher
  Commute
  30.1% higher
  Health
  26.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% higher