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HOUSTON vs. LAFAYETTE
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Houston, Texas vs. Lafayette, Louisiana
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lafayette, Louisiana is
7.9%
cheaper
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$276,387
in Lafayette, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lafayette, Louisiana is
cheaper
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% cheaper in Lafayette
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Lafayette, LA
Compared to Houston, Lafayette is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
7.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
14.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.1% lower
Commute
14.7% lower
Health
20.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.6% lower
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