Monroe, Louisiana vs. Irving, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Irving, Texas is 26.2% more expensive than Monroe, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $54,282 in Irving, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Monroe, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Irving, Texas is more expensive than Monroe, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
107% more expensive in Irving
than in Monroe, Louisiana
Monroe, LA vs. Irving, TX
Compared to Monroe, Irving is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.2% 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
  9.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  125.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% higher
  Commute
  32.7% higher
  Health
  25.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher