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
$1,458
$1,107
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,148
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$53,919
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$234,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
90.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$1,459
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$176
👥 People living there
201,528
222,771
Commute to work
21.1 min
21 min
College degree
24.7%
36.6%
Own their home
50.8%
47.8%
Below poverty line
20.1%
25.7%
Unemployment
8.6%
9.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Baton Rouge for lower rent, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Baton Rouge | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $54,690 | $74,240 | +36% in Baton Rouge |
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $33,260 | -30% in Baton Rouge |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $62,940 | +29% in Baton Rouge |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $15,080 | -18% in Baton Rouge |
| Lawyer | $123,960 | $102,070 | -18% in Baton Rouge |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $48,710 | -17% in Baton Rouge |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,840 | $92,700 | +16% in Baton Rouge |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,140 | $31,220 | -16% in Baton Rouge |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Baton Rouge cheaper to live in?
Augusta 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 Augusta?
About $59,267 a year gives the same standard of living in Baton Rouge.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Baton Rouge?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $53,919 in Baton Rouge, 11% more in Augusta.