Cost of Living in New Orleans, LA
New Orleans's cost of living index is 97 — 3% less expensive than the national average. Louisiana has a state income tax and a statewide COL index of 92.
COL Index
97
100 = national avg
Monthly Budget
$4,850
vs $5,000 national
Population
0.4M
Metro area
State Tax
Yes
Louisiana
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Estimated monthly costs in New Orleans vs national average for a typical household.
| Category | National Avg | New Orleans | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing | $1,650 | $1,576 | -$74 |
| Groceries | $650 | $634 | -$16 |
| Transportation | $800 | $778 | -$22 |
| Healthcare | $400 | $392 | -$8 |
| Utilities | $300 | $291 | -$9 |
| Other | $1,200 | $1,171 | -$29 |
| Total | $5,000 | $4,850 | -$150 |
Salary Equivalent
To maintain the same standard of living in New Orleans, a national-average salary translates to:
$50,000 nationally
$48,500
$75,000 nationally
$72,750
$100,000 nationally
$97,000
$150,000 nationally
$145,500