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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

📍 Monroe, LA — ZIP-level rent data · COL adjusted from Baton Rouge, LA area

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You'd spend $1.3K/month more in Phoenix, AZ

$150.0K in your current city equals $165.6K in Phoenix, AZ

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 17.3%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,300
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$15.6K
Per year

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

Monroe, LA

Population:47K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$194K

Phoenix, AZ

Population:1608K
Cost Index:117
Median Home:$414K

Monroe, LA

The Pelican State

47K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Louisiana, this city has a population of 47K 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: Monroe, LA vs Phoenix, AZ

🏠Housing
↑ 50.4%
Monroe, LA
$1,854
Phoenix, AZ
$2,788
Difference
$935
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🚗Transportation
↑ 23.9%
Monroe, LA
$1,201
Phoenix, AZ
$1,489
Difference
$287
more
🏥Healthcare
↑ 27.1%
Monroe, LA
$463
Phoenix, AZ
$589
Difference
$126
more
⚡All Utilities
↑ 17.4%
Monroe, LA
$478
Phoenix, AZ
$561
Difference
$83.06
more
📦Other
↓ 1.3%
Monroe, LA
$1,699
Phoenix, AZ
$1,677
Difference
$21.55
less
🛒Groceries
↑ 1.1%
Monroe, LA
$953
Phoenix, AZ
$963
Difference
$10.36
more

🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$653
To$1,390
↑ $737
1 Bed
From$674
To$1,510
↑ $836
2 Bed
From$875
To$1,750
↑ $875
3 Bed
From$1,126
To$2,330
↑ $1,204
Monroe, LAZIP-level data

1BR range: $800–$840/mo

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.

$6,648
Monthly in Monroe, LA
$8,068
Monthly in Phoenix, AZ
$1,420
Difference

Home Values

Monroe
Phoenix
$194K
Median Value
$414K
↓ -0.3%
YoY Change
↓ -3.1%
↑ +17.2%
5-Year Change
↑ +30.2%
$179K - $209K
Price Range
$274K - $957K

Homes in Phoenix are 113% more expensive than Monroe

Calculate payment - MonroeCalculate 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

Monroe, 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

Monroe, 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

Monroe
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

Where your money goes further

Cities cheaper than Monroe, LA on a $150.0K salary

1.Indianapolis, IN
Save $81.50/mo
2.St. Louis, MO
Save $81.50/mo

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