Monroe, Louisiana vs. Cortland, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Cortland, New York is 3.1% cheaper than Monroe, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $48,453 in Cortland, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Monroe, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Cortland, New York is cheaper than Monroe, Louisiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
18% cheaper in Cortland
than in Monroe, Louisiana
Monroe, LA vs. Cortland, NY
Compared to Monroe, Cortland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% 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
  7.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.1% higher
  Commute
  19.0% lower
  Health
  11.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.7% lower