Houston, Texas vs. New Orleans, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Orleans, Louisiana is 6.4% more expensive than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $276,607 in New Orleans, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Orleans, Louisiana is more expensive than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
3% more expensive in New Orleans
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. New Orleans, LA
Compared to Houston, New Orleans is:
  Homeowner
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  6.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.5% lower
  Commute
  11.3% higher
  Health
  7.2% higher
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  Personal
  2.6% lower
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