College Station, Texas vs. Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 3.6% more expensive than College Station, Texas.

You would need a salary of $51,808 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in College Station, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is more expensive than College Station, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
58% more expensive in Baton Rouge
than in College Station, Texas
College Station, TX vs. Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to College Station, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.6% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.1% lower
  Commute
  58.9% higher
  Health
  15.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher