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
$1,278
$1,508
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,200
$1,391
💵 Families earn per year
$72,097
$61,077
🔑 Buying a house
$233,900
$315,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,989
$2,606
⚡ Electric bill per month
$167
$196
👥 People living there
631,818
371,853
Commute to work
22.5 min
22.6 min
College degree
33.8%
42.4%
Own their home
60.7%
51.2%
Below poverty line
15.8%
22.6%
Unemployment
5.5%
7.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Louisville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick New Orleans for a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Louisville | New Orleans | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,180 | $16,640 | -45% in New Orleans |
| Police Officer | $63,220 | $48,970 | -23% in New Orleans |
| Warehouse Worker | $46,830 | $36,380 | -22% in New Orleans |
| Nursing Assistant | $42,220 | $34,320 | -19% in New Orleans |
| Operations Manager | $89,140 | $105,110 | +18% in New Orleans |
| Firefighter | $45,160 | $37,250 | -18% in New Orleans |
| Medical Assistant | $44,450 | $36,780 | -17% in New Orleans |
| Plumber | $74,680 | $62,450 | -16% in New Orleans |
Frequently asked questions
Is Louisville or New Orleans cheaper to live in?
Louisville 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 Louisville?
About $59,693 a year gives the same standard of living in New Orleans.
Where do people earn more, Louisville or New Orleans?
The typical household earns $72,097 in Louisville and $61,077 in New Orleans, 18% more in Louisville.
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