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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

📍 Central, LA — COL adjusted from Baton Rouge, LA area + state data

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You'd spend $1.4K/month more in Phoenix, AZ

$150.0K in your current city equals $166.8K in Phoenix, AZ

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from Baton Rouge, LA area
Overall Cost
↑ 18.6%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,398
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$16.8K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

Central, LA

Population:30K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$234K

Phoenix, AZ

Population:1608K
Cost Index:119
Median Home:$414K

Central, LA

The Pelican State

30K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Louisiana, this city has a population of 30K residents.

Phoenix, AZ

The Grand Canyon State

1.6M
Population
State Tax
Yes
Climate
Hot desert

Notable Facts

  • •Fastest growing major city
  • •Desert metropolis
  • •Spring training capital

Major Industries

TechnologyHealthcareTourismManufacturing

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Central, LA vs Phoenix, AZ

🏠Housing
↑ 52.1%
Central, LA
$1,833
Phoenix, AZ
$2,788
Difference
$955
more
🚗Transportation
↑ 25.3%
Central, LA
$1,188
Phoenix, AZ
$1,489
Difference
$301
more
🏥Healthcare
↑ 27.9%
Central, LA
$460
Phoenix, AZ
$589
Difference
$128
more
⚡All Utilities
↑ 18.0%
Central, LA
$475
Phoenix, AZ
$561
Difference
$85.72
more
🛒Groceries
↑ 1.7%
Central, LA
$948
Phoenix, AZ
$963
Difference
$15.64
more
📦Other
↓ 0.2%
Central, LA
$1,680
Phoenix, AZ
$1,677
Difference
$2.75
less

🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$609
To$1,390
↑ $781
1 Bed
From$691
To$1,510
↑ $819
2 Bed
From$853
To$1,750
↑ $897
3 Bed
From$1,137
To$2,330
↑ $1,193
Phoenix, AZZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,300–$2,380/mo

💡 Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$6,585
Monthly in Central, LA
$8,068
Monthly in Phoenix, AZ
$1,483
Difference

Home Values

Central
Phoenix
-
Median Value
$414K
-
YoY Change
↓ -3.1%
-
5-Year Change
↑ +30.2%
-
Price Range
$274K - $957K
Calculate payment - Phoenix

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↑ $2.5K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$210
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
1.7%
Rate difference

Central, LA

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Louisiana State Tax
Effective: 5.2%
$7.8K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.8%
$44.8K
Take-Home Pay
$8,770/month
$105.2K

Phoenix, AZ

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Arizona State Tax
Effective: 3.5%
$5.2K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 28.2%
$42.2K
Take-Home Pay
$8,979/month
$107.8K

Additional Tax Information

Central, LA Tax Rates

Sales Tax:9.6%
Property Tax:0.5%

Phoenix, AZ Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.5%
Property Tax:0.6%

💡 Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

Central
Phoenix
51 Moderate
Air Quality
77 Moderate
48.9%
Good Air Days
9%
98 High
Climate Risk
100 Very High
🌊🌀🌡
Top Hazards
🔥🌊🌡
▲+2.2°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.7°F
51 days
Heat Days >95°F
162 days
▲+2.2°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.7°F
51 days
Heat Days >95°F
162 days

💰 See how taxes change too — compare take-home pay between Louisiana and Arizona on TaxTakeHome.com

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