Columbus, Ohio vs. Lafayette, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lafayette, Louisiana is 1.9% more expensive than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $101,852 in Lafayette, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lafayette, Louisiana is more expensive than Columbus, Ohio
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
28% more expensive in Lafayette
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Lafayette, LA
Compared to Columbus, Lafayette is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.9% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.1% lower
  Commute
  12.7% higher
  Health
  28.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% higher