Ocala, Florida vs. Lafayette, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lafayette, Louisiana is 4.8% more expensive than Ocala, Florida.

You would need a salary of $209,524 in Lafayette, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Ocala, Florida.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lafayette, Louisiana is more expensive than Ocala, Florida
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
42% more expensive in Lafayette
than in Ocala, Florida
Ocala, FL vs. Lafayette, LA
Compared to Ocala, Lafayette is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.8% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.8% lower
  Commute
  23.6% higher
  Health
  17.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% higher