College Station, Texas vs. Gretna, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gretna, Louisiana is 8.1% more expensive than College Station, Texas.

You would need a salary of $54,068 in Gretna, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in College Station, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gretna, Louisiana is more expensive than College Station, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
78% more expensive in Gretna
than in College Station, Texas
College Station, TX vs. Gretna, LA
Compared to College Station, Gretna is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.1% 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
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.5% lower
  Commute
  78.0% higher
  Health
  0.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.6% higher