Decatur, Illinois vs. Lafayette, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lafayette, Louisiana is 28.5% more expensive than Decatur, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $64,234 in Lafayette, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Decatur, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lafayette, Louisiana is more expensive than Decatur, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
153% more expensive in Lafayette
than in Decatur, Illinois
Decatur, IL vs. Lafayette, LA
Compared to Decatur, Lafayette is:
  Homeowner
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  28.5% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  154.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  11.3% lower
  Commute
  45.0% higher
  Health
  3.3% higher
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  Personal
  4.4% higher
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