Pocatello, Idaho vs. Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 6.3% more expensive than Pocatello, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $141,322 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Pocatello, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is more expensive than Pocatello, Idaho
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
49% more expensive in Baton Rouge
than in Pocatello, Idaho
Pocatello, ID vs. Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to Pocatello, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.3% 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
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% lower
  Commute
  49.9% higher
  Health
  8.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% lower

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