Monroe, Louisiana vs. Oxford, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Oxford, Alabama is 1.0% cheaper than Monroe, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $49,505 in Oxford, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Monroe, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Oxford, Alabama is cheaper than Monroe, Louisiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
39% cheaper in Oxford
than in Monroe, Louisiana
Monroe, LA vs. Oxford, AL
Compared to Monroe, Oxford is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.0% 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
  3.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.4% higher
  Commute
  3.5% lower
  Health
  10.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% lower