Alexandria, Louisiana vs. Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 11.2% more expensive than Alexandria, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $277,879 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is more expensive than Alexandria, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% more expensive in Baton Rouge
than in Alexandria, Louisiana
Alexandria, LA vs. Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to Alexandria, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  20.2% higher
  Health
  9.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.4% lower