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HOUSTON vs. NEW ORLEANS
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Houston, Texas vs. New Orleans, Louisiana
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in New Orleans, Louisiana is
6.4%
more expensive
than Houston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$63,832
in New Orleans, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Orleans, Louisiana is
more expensive
than Houston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
3% more expensive in New Orleans
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. New Orleans, LA
Compared to Houston, New Orleans is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
6.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
3.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.5% lower
Commute
11.3% higher
Health
7.2% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.6% lower
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