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
$1,530
$1,508
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$1,391
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$61,077
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$315,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$2,606
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$196
👥 People living there
210,815
371,853
Commute to work
19.1 min
22.6 min
College degree
29%
42.4%
Own their home
47.4%
51.2%
Below poverty line
17.7%
22.6%
Unemployment
7.9%
7.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick New Orleans for lower rent, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fayetteville | New Orleans | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,520 | $16,640 | -44% in New Orleans |
| Plumber | $51,740 | $62,450 | +21% in New Orleans |
| Market Research Analyst | $57,730 | $65,590 | +14% in New Orleans |
| Software Developer | $122,900 | $106,950 | -13% in New Orleans |
| HVAC Technician | $56,220 | $63,500 | +13% in New Orleans |
| Civil Engineer | $96,080 | $108,240 | +13% in New Orleans |
| Lawyer | $107,950 | $121,290 | +12% in New Orleans |
| Customer Service Representative | $35,130 | $39,300 | +12% in New Orleans |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or New Orleans cheaper to live in?
Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville?
About $60,404 a year gives the same standard of living in New Orleans.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or New Orleans?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $61,077 in New Orleans, 3% more in Fayetteville.
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