Cost of Living Calculator - Merced, California vs Baton Rouge, Louisiana


The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 13.3% cheaper than Merced, California.

You would need a salary of $65,005 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Merced, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is cheaper than Merced, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Baton Rouge
than in Merced, California
Merced, CA vs Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to Merced, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.3% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.5% lower
  Commute
  10.2% higher
  Health
  4.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower

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