Harlingen, Texas vs. Monroe, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monroe, Louisiana is 14.3% more expensive than Harlingen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $57,143 in Monroe, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Harlingen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monroe, Louisiana is more expensive than Harlingen, Texas
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
31% more expensive in Monroe
than in Harlingen, Texas
Harlingen, TX vs. Monroe, LA
Compared to Harlingen, Monroe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.3% 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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.5% higher
  Commute
  15.0% higher
  Health
  31.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  31.8% higher

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