Clayton, LA vs Greensburg, LA

Clayton is moderately more affordable than Greensburg, with a 6.2% lower cost of living index. Clayton scores 51 compared to 54 for Greensburg, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Greensburg can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clayton is $454/month compared to $218/month in Greensburg — a 108% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Greensburg has cheaper rent, Clayton actually has lower median home values ($73,800 vs $191,800).

Median household income in Clayton is $47,031 compared to $45,386 in Greensburg (+3.6%). Clayton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Clayton spend roughly 11.6% of their income on rent, more than the 5.8% in Greensburg.