Marion, Illinois vs. West Monroe, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Monroe, Louisiana is 8.7% more expensive than Marion, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $70,663 in West Monroe, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Monroe, Louisiana is more expensive than Marion, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% more expensive in West Monroe
than in Marion, Illinois
Marion, IL vs. West Monroe, LA
Compared to Marion, West Monroe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.7% 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
  0.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% lower
  Commute
  6.8% higher
  Health
  1.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher