Salina, Kansas vs. Monroe, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monroe, Louisiana is 8.5% more expensive than Salina, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $54,228 in Monroe, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Salina, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monroe, Louisiana is more expensive than Salina, Kansas
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
25% more expensive in Monroe
than in Salina, Kansas
Salina, KS vs. Monroe, LA
Compared to Salina, Monroe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.5% 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
  2.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.5% lower
  Commute
  37.2% higher
  Health
  25.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.9% higher