Louisville, Kentucky vs. Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 2.2% more expensive than Louisville, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $51,115 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Louisville, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is more expensive than Louisville, Kentucky
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
22% more expensive in Baton Rouge
than in Louisville, Kentucky
Louisville, KY vs. Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to Louisville, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.2% 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
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% lower
  Commute
  7.9% higher
  Health
  22.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% lower