Cost of Living Calculator - North Chicago, Illinois vs Baton Rouge, Louisiana


The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 16.5% more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $58,269 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in North Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% more expensive in Baton Rouge
than in North Chicago, Illinois
North Chicago, IL vs Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to North Chicago, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.5% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% lower
  Commute
  53.9% higher
  Health
  20.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.6% lower

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