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
$1,813
$1,508
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$1,391
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$61,077
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$315,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$2,606
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$196
👥 People living there
246,844
371,853
Commute to work
29.7 min
22.6 min
College degree
25.4%
42.4%
Own their home
61.6%
51.2%
Below poverty line
13%
22.6%
Unemployment
4.8%
7.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for higher incomes, cheaper homes, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick New Orleans for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or New Orleans cheaper to live in?
New Orleans is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,508 a month there versus $1,813 in Garland.
What salary do I need in New Orleans to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $57,243 a year gives the same standard of living in New Orleans.
Where do people earn more, Garland or New Orleans?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $61,077 in New Orleans, 35% more in Garland.