Waco, Texas vs. Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is 16.2% more expensive than Waco, Texas.

You would need a salary of $58,112 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Waco, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baton Rouge, Louisiana is more expensive than Waco, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
54% more expensive in Baton Rouge
than in Waco, Texas
Waco, TX vs. Baton Rouge, LA
Compared to Waco, Baton Rouge is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.2% 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
  3.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.6% lower
  Commute
  54.1% higher
  Health
  15.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.3% higher