Lexington, Tennessee vs. Monroe, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monroe, Louisiana is 4.8% more expensive than Lexington, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $52,399 in Monroe, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Lexington, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monroe, Louisiana is more expensive than Lexington, Tennessee
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
63% more expensive in Monroe
than in Lexington, Tennessee
Lexington, TN vs. Monroe, LA
Compared to Lexington, Monroe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.8% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% lower
  Commute
  2.7% higher
  Health
  33.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.2% higher