Buffalo, New York vs. Monroe, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monroe, Louisiana is 8.7% cheaper than Buffalo, New York.

You would need a salary of $45,650 in Monroe, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Buffalo, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monroe, Louisiana is cheaper than Buffalo, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% cheaper in Monroe
than in Buffalo, New York
Buffalo, NY vs. Monroe, LA
Compared to Buffalo, Monroe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.7% 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
  7.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.8% lower
  Commute
  18.2% lower
  Health
  24.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.9% higher