Norfolk, Virginia vs. New Orleans, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Orleans, Louisiana is 10.7% more expensive than Norfolk, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $27,669 in New Orleans, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Norfolk, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Orleans, Louisiana is more expensive than Norfolk, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
60% more expensive in New Orleans
than in Norfolk, Virginia
Norfolk, VA vs. New Orleans, LA
Compared to Norfolk, New Orleans is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.7% 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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% lower
  Commute
  60.8% higher
  Health
  3.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% lower