New Orleans, Louisiana vs. Manhattan, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, New York is 117.9% more expensive than New Orleans, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $108,957 in Manhattan, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, New York is more expensive than New Orleans, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
356% more expensive in Manhattan
than in New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans, LA vs. Manhattan, NY
Compared to New Orleans, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  117.9% 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
  21.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  573.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  72.2% higher
  Commute
  21.5% higher
  Health
  22.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  52.8% higher