salaryNew Orleans is 8% cheaperBased 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
$1,901
$1,508
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$1,391
💵 Families earn per year
$91,476
$61,077
🔑 Buying a house
$452,600
$315,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,765
$2,606
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$196
👥 People living there
487,887
371,853
Commute to work
22.7 min
22.6 min
College degree
42.7%
42.4%
Own their home
60.9%
51.2%
Below poverty line
9%
22.6%
Unemployment
5.6%
7.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Colorado Springs for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick New Orleans for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Colorado Springs | New Orleans | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,230 | $16,640 | -64% in New Orleans |
| Police Officer | $91,580 | $48,970 | -47% in New Orleans |
| Firefighter | $63,110 | $37,250 | -41% in New Orleans |
| Market Research Analyst | $90,210 | $65,590 | -27% in New Orleans |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,120 | $34,320 | -26% in New Orleans |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $128,740 | $97,240 | -24% in New Orleans |
| Dental Hygienist | $118,410 | $93,650 | -21% in New Orleans |
| Cashier | $35,740 | $28,370 | -21% in New Orleans |
Frequently asked questions
Is Colorado Springs or New Orleans cheaper to live in?
New Orleans is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,508 a month there versus $1,901 in Colorado Springs.
What salary do I need in New Orleans to match $60,000 in Colorado Springs?
About $55,168 a year gives the same standard of living in New Orleans.
Where do people earn more, Colorado Springs or New Orleans?
The typical household earns $91,476 in Colorado Springs and $61,077 in New Orleans, 50% more in Colorado Springs.
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