Monroe, Louisiana vs. Richmond, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Texas is 32.9% more expensive than Monroe, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $66,460 in Richmond, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Monroe, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Texas is more expensive than Monroe, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
138% more expensive in Richmond
than in Monroe, Louisiana
Monroe, LA vs. Richmond, TX
Compared to Monroe, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.9% 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
  8.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  171.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.0% higher
  Commute
  41.5% higher
  Health
  25.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% higher