Cost of Living Calculator - Picayune, Mississippi vs Monroe, Louisiana


The cost of living in Monroe, Louisiana is 4.3% more expensive than Picayune, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $52,129 in Monroe, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Picayune, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monroe, Louisiana is more expensive than Picayune, Mississippi
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
105% more expensive in Monroe
than in Picayune, Mississippi
Picayune, MS vs Monroe, LA
Compared to Picayune, Monroe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.3% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.3% lower
  Commute
  1.7% higher
  Health
  28.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.2% higher

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