Staten Island, New York vs. Monroe, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monroe, Louisiana is 47.8% cheaper than Staten Island, New York.

You would need a salary of $260,982 in Monroe, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Staten Island, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monroe, Louisiana is cheaper than Staten Island, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Monroe
than in Staten Island, New York
Staten Island, NY vs. Monroe, LA
Compared to Staten Island, Monroe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  47.8% 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
  20.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  81.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  40.5% lower
  Commute
  54.2% lower
  Health
  2.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% lower