Vinton, Iowa vs. Houma, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houma, Louisiana is 9.8% more expensive than Vinton, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $54,881 in Houma, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Vinton, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houma, Louisiana is more expensive than Vinton, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% more expensive in Houma
than in Vinton, Iowa
Vinton, IA vs. Houma, LA
Compared to Vinton, Houma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.8% 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
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.8% lower
  Commute
  21.1% higher
  Health
  16.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% lower