Dubuque, Iowa vs. Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 11.8% more expensive than Dubuque, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $55,915 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Dubuque, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is more expensive than Dubuque, Iowa
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
57% more expensive in Baton Rouge
than in Dubuque, Iowa
Dubuque, IA vs. Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to Dubuque, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.8% 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
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.9% lower
  Commute
  57.3% higher
  Health
  10.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% lower