salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Baton Rouge to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,107
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,148
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$53,919
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$234,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
90.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$1,459
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$176
👥 People living there
201,885
222,771
Commute to work
19.6 min
21 min
College degree
26.6%
36.6%
Own their home
59.7%
47.8%
Below poverty line
15.8%
25.7%
Unemployment
3.4%
9.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Baton Rouge for lower rent, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Baton Rouge | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $112,430 | +48% in Baton Rouge |
| Police Officer | $78,900 | $48,710 | -38% in Baton Rouge |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $15,080 | -34% in Baton Rouge |
| Plumber | $55,970 | $74,240 | +33% in Baton Rouge |
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $33,260 | -31% in Baton Rouge |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $62,940 | +26% in Baton Rouge |
| Operations Manager | $85,770 | $107,140 | +25% in Baton Rouge |
| Lawyer | $130,580 | $102,070 | -22% in Baton Rouge |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Baton Rouge cheaper to live in?
Amarillo and Baton Rouge cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Baton Rouge to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $59,320 a year gives the same standard of living in Baton Rouge.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Baton Rouge?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $53,919 in Baton Rouge, 32% more in Amarillo.