Fresno, California vs. Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 11.2% cheaper than Fresno, California.

You would need a salary of $66,579 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Fresno, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is cheaper than Fresno, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Baton Rouge
than in Fresno, California
Fresno, CA vs. Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to Fresno, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% 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
  3.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.0% lower
  Commute
  9.5% higher
  Health
  24.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% lower