River Oaks, Texas vs. Lafayette, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lafayette, Louisiana is 4.7% cheaper than River Oaks, Texas.

You would need a salary of $48,624 in Lafayette, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in River Oaks, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lafayette, Louisiana is cheaper than River Oaks, Texas
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
12% cheaper in Lafayette
than in River Oaks, Texas
River Oaks, TX vs. Lafayette, LA
Compared to River Oaks, Lafayette is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% 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
  0.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.6% lower
  Commute
  5.2% lower
  Health
  15.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.9% lower