Laredo, Texas vs. Houma, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houma, Louisiana is 7.0% more expensive than Laredo, Texas.

You would need a salary of $53,476 in Houma, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Laredo, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houma, Louisiana is more expensive than Laredo, Texas
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
25% more expensive in Houma
than in Laredo, Texas
Laredo, TX vs. Houma, LA
Compared to Laredo, Houma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.0% 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
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.5% lower
  Commute
  0.3% higher
  Health
  25.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.5% higher