Cost of Living in New Orleans
Average rent, food, transport, utilities, and salary data for New Orleans, United States.
Overall, the cost of living in New Orleans is below the New York City baseline (composite index 61 vs. a New York City baseline of 100). These are representative estimates, not live pricing — see our methodology.
Rent index (NYC=100)42
Groceries index78
Dining out index74
Transport index42
Utilities index68
Median annual salary$50,000
Minimum wage$7.25/hr
State income tax rate4.25%
Est. monthly childcare$950
Est. monthly healthcare premium$420
YoY inflation3.0%
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