Tucson, Arizona vs. New Orleans, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in New Orleans, Louisiana is 6.2% more expensive than Tucson, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $318,495 in New Orleans, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Tucson, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Orleans, Louisiana is more expensive than Tucson, Arizona
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
37% more expensive in New Orleans
than in Tucson, Arizona
Tucson, AZ vs. New Orleans, LA
Compared to Tucson, New Orleans is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.2% 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
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.2% lower
  Commute
  37.2% higher
  Health
  19.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% lower