salaryNew Orleans is 5% 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
$2,246
$1,508
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,299
$1,391
💵 Families earn per year
$162,004
$61,077
🔑 Buying a house
$642,100
$315,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,572
$2,606
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$196
👥 People living there
219,304
371,853
Commute to work
28.6 min
22.6 min
College degree
67.5%
42.4%
Own their home
65.9%
51.2%
Below poverty line
3.6%
22.6%
Unemployment
4.6%
7.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Frisco 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.
Frequently asked questions
Is Frisco or New Orleans cheaper to live in?
New Orleans is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,508 a month there versus $2,246 in Frisco.
What salary do I need in New Orleans to match $60,000 in Frisco?
About $57,243 a year gives the same standard of living in New Orleans.
Where do people earn more, Frisco or New Orleans?
The typical household earns $162,004 in Frisco and $61,077 in New Orleans, 165% more in Frisco.