Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
15% cheaper
Baton Rouge is 15% more affordable than Springfield. A $75,000 salary in Springfield is equivalent to $63,785 in Baton Rouge.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Baton Rouge has a housing index of 75 while Springfield sits at 106 (national average = 100). The median home in Baton Rouge costs $195,000 compared to $230,000 in Springfield, a difference of $35,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,100 in Baton Rouge versus $1,200 in Springfield.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Baton Rouge scores 96 while Springfield scores 104. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Baton Rouge (93) are lower than Springfield (114).
Median household income in Baton Rouge is $44,982 compared to $41,612 in Springfield. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Baton Rouge.
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