Zachary, Louisiana vs. Barstow, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Barstow, California is 7.7% cheaper than Zachary, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $51,692 in Barstow, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Zachary, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Barstow, California is cheaper than Zachary, Louisiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
20% cheaper in Barstow
than in Zachary, Louisiana
Zachary, LA vs. Barstow, CA
Compared to Zachary, Barstow is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.7% 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
  3.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  30.7% higher
  Commute
  20.8% lower
  Health
  21.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.4% higher