Des Moines, Iowa vs. Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 16.5% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $128,170 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in Baton Rouge
than in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines, IA vs. Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to Des Moines, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
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  16.5% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  0.9% lower
  Commute
  49.1% higher
  Health
  13.5% higher
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  Personal
  4.4% higher
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