New Orleans, LA vs Shreveport, LA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Shreveport is 24% cheaper than New Orleans. With a cost index of 75 vs 93, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Shreveport to New Orleans should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in New Orleans is $1,211/month compared to $980/month in Shreveport — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Shreveport is more affordable at $178,100 median vs $296,400.

Median household income in New Orleans is $55,339 compared to $48,465 in Shreveport (+14.2%). The higher salaries in New Orleans partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of New Orleans spend roughly 26.3% of their income on rent, more than the 24.3% in Shreveport.

Climate-wise, New Orleans is notably warmer with an average of 70.9°F compared to 66.6°F in Shreveport. New Orleans receives more rainfall at 60.1" per year compared to 51.4" in Shreveport.