Cost of Living Calculator - Normal, Illinois vs Baton Rouge, Louisiana


The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 11.4% more expensive than Normal, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $83,566 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Normal, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is more expensive than Normal, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
59% more expensive in Baton Rouge
than in Normal, Illinois
Normal, IL vs Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to Normal, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.4% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.5% lower
  Commute
  59.6% higher
  Health
  6.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% lower

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