Topeka, Kansas vs. Monroe, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monroe, Louisiana is 2.5% more expensive than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $51,269 in Monroe, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monroe, Louisiana is more expensive than Topeka, Kansas
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
21% more expensive in Monroe
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs. Monroe, LA
Compared to Topeka, Monroe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.5% 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
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.4% lower
  Commute
  13.4% higher
  Health
  21.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.3% higher