San Diego, California vs. Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 42.8% cheaper than San Diego, California.

You would need a salary of $34,302 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in San Diego, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is cheaper than San Diego, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Baton Rouge
than in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA vs. Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to San Diego, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.8% 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
  13.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.6% lower
  Commute
  7.3% lower
  Health
  30.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.8% lower