Temple, Texas vs. Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 9.4% more expensive than Temple, Texas.

You would need a salary of $54,714 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Temple, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is more expensive than Temple, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
51% more expensive in Baton Rouge
than in Temple, Texas
Temple, TX vs. Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to Temple, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.4% 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
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% lower
  Commute
  51.8% higher
  Health
  14.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% higher