Baton Rouge, Louisiana vs. Diamondhead, Mississippi

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Diamondhead, Mississippi is 5.3% cheaper than Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $94,656 in Diamondhead, Mississippi to maintain the standard of living you have in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Diamondhead, Mississippi is cheaper than Baton Rouge, Louisiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
30% cheaper in Diamondhead
than in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Baton Rouge, LA vs. Diamondhead, MS
Compared to Baton Rouge, Diamondhead is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.3% 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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% higher
  Commute
  5.3% lower
  Health
  14.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% higher