New Orleans, Louisiana vs. Madison, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, Mississippi is 2.5% cheaper than New Orleans, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $292,618 in Madison, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Mississippi is cheaper than New Orleans, Louisiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
36% cheaper in Madison
than in New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans, LA vs. Madison, MS
Compared to New Orleans, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.5% lower
      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
  6.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.9% higher
  Commute
  36.5% lower
  Health
  0.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.1% higher