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Cities/New Orleans

New Orleans

United States

A sultry, musical Southern city where jazz fills the streets, Creole cuisine delights every palate, and Mardi Gras delivers the ultimate celebration.

Population: 384K
Avg Income: $ 67K/yr
Avg. Temp: 21°C
Area: 906 km²
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75
Expensive

#64 of 250

50% above average

Est. Monthly Cost

$ 2 836

Based on NYC = 100 index


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Cost Breakdown

Monthly average costs by category

Housing

$ 1 825

per month

Food & Groceries

$ 150

per month

Restaurants

$ 326

per month

Transportation

$ 129

per month

Utilities

$ 220

per month

Entertainment

$ 86

per month

Healthcare

$ 76

per month

Clothing

$ 23

per month