Alexandria, Virginia vs. Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 34.6% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $32,680 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Baton Rouge
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to Alexandria, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.6% 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
  15.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.7% lower
  Commute
  13.5% lower
  Health
  14.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.4% lower