Cost of Living Calculator - Baton Rouge, Louisiana vs Athens, Texas


The cost of living in Athens, Texas is 11.1% cheaper than Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $66,659 in Athens, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Texas is cheaper than Baton Rouge, Louisiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
39% cheaper in Athens
than in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Baton Rouge, LA vs Athens, TX
Compared to Baton Rouge, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.1% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.1% higher
  Commute
  39.2% lower
  Health
  12.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% higher

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