Lafayette, Louisiana vs. Peru, Nebraska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Peru, Nebraska is 17.5% cheaper than Lafayette, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $41,250 in Peru, Nebraska to maintain the standard of living you have in Lafayette, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Peru, Nebraska is cheaper than Lafayette, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Peru
than in Lafayette, Louisiana
Lafayette, LA vs. Peru, NE
Compared to Lafayette, Peru is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.5% 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
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.2% higher
  Commute
  32.1% lower
  Health
  15.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher