salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in New Orleans to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,458
$1,508
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,391
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$61,077
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$315,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$2,606
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$196
👥 People living there
201,528
371,853
Commute to work
21.1 min
22.6 min
College degree
24.7%
42.4%
Own their home
50.8%
51.2%
Below poverty line
20.1%
22.6%
Unemployment
8.6%
7.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick New Orleans for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | New Orleans | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $63,500 | +30% in New Orleans |
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $37,250 | -22% in New Orleans |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,840 | $93,650 | +17% in New Orleans |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $48,970 | -16% in New Orleans |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $84,230 | $97,240 | +15% in New Orleans |
| Carpenter | $58,930 | $50,130 | -15% in New Orleans |
| Plumber | $54,690 | $62,450 | +14% in New Orleans |
| Software Developer | $119,780 | $106,950 | -11% in New Orleans |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or New Orleans cheaper to live in?
Augusta and New Orleans cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in New Orleans to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $60,453 a year gives the same standard of living in New Orleans.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or New Orleans?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $61,077 in New Orleans, 2% more in New Orleans.