Bangor, Maine vs. Houma, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houma, Louisiana is 4.4% more expensive than Bangor, Maine.

You would need a salary of $52,202 in Houma, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Bangor, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houma, Louisiana is more expensive than Bangor, Maine
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
38% more expensive in Houma
than in Bangor, Maine
Bangor, ME vs. Houma, LA
Compared to Bangor, Houma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.4% 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
  8.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.8% lower
  Commute
  38.9% higher
  Health
  18.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% higher

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