Champaign, Illinois vs. Monroe, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monroe, Louisiana is 2.0% more expensive than Champaign, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $51,010 in Monroe, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Champaign, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monroe, Louisiana is more expensive than Champaign, Illinois
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
17% more expensive in Monroe
than in Champaign, Illinois
Champaign, IL vs. Monroe, LA
Compared to Champaign, Monroe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.0% 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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% lower
  Commute
  20.7% higher
  Health
  17.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% higher