Paris, Texas vs. Opelousas, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Opelousas, Louisiana is 5.5% more expensive than Paris, Texas.

You would need a salary of $52,759 in Opelousas, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Paris, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Opelousas, Louisiana is more expensive than Paris, Texas
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
50% more expensive in Opelousas
than in Paris, Texas
Paris, TX vs. Opelousas, LA
Compared to Paris, Opelousas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.5% 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
  2.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.9% lower
  Commute
  22.5% higher
  Health
  1.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% lower