Fargo, North Dakota vs. Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 2.5% more expensive than Fargo, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $40,983 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Fargo, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is more expensive than Fargo, North Dakota
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
44% more expensive in Baton Rouge
than in Fargo, North Dakota
Fargo, ND vs. Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to Fargo, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.5% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  44.1% higher
  Health
  22.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower