Zachary, Louisiana vs. Poughkeepsie, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Poughkeepsie, New York is 5.1% more expensive than Zachary, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $147,179 in Poughkeepsie, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Zachary, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Poughkeepsie, New York is more expensive than Zachary, Louisiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
89% more expensive in Poughkeepsie
than in Zachary, Louisiana
Zachary, LA vs. Poughkeepsie, NY
Compared to Zachary, Poughkeepsie is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.1% 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
  6.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  36.8% higher
  Commute
  14.4% lower
  Health
  8.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.7% higher