Cost of Living Calculator - Athens-Clarke County, Georgia vs Baton Rouge, Louisiana


The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 4.1% more expensive than Athens-Clarke County, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $78,065 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Athens-Clarke County, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is more expensive than Athens-Clarke County, Georgia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
39% more expensive in Baton Rouge
than in Athens-Clarke County, Georgia
Athens Clarke County, GA vs Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to Athens Clarke County, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.1% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.4% lower
  Commute
  39.3% higher
  Health
  21.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% lower

The premier source for comprehensive city data for over 30 years.

© Best Places. All rights reserved.