Modesto, California vs. Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 20.2% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $39,904 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Baton Rouge
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs. Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to Modesto, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  20.7% lower
  Commute
  2.2% lower
  Health
  16.0% higher
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  Personal
  6.9% lower
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