Brookings, South Dakota vs. Westwego, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Westwego, Louisiana is 3.3% more expensive than Brookings, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $41,705 in Westwego, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Brookings, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Westwego, Louisiana is more expensive than Brookings, South Dakota
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
98% more expensive in Westwego
than in Brookings, South Dakota
Brookings, SD vs. Westwego, LA
Compared to Brookings, Westwego is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.3% 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
  6.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.4% lower
  Commute
  98.0% higher
  Health
  13.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% higher