Le Mars, Iowa vs. Gretna, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gretna, Louisiana is 23.5% more expensive than Le Mars, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $61,742 in Gretna, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Le Mars, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gretna, Louisiana is more expensive than Le Mars, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
2% more expensive in Gretna
than in Le Mars, Iowa
Le Mars, IA vs. Gretna, LA
Compared to Le Mars, Gretna is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.5% 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% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.6% lower
  Commute
  105.3% higher
  Health
  3.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% lower