United States
Cost of Living in New Orleans, LA
Monthly Total
$3,236
$56,630
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,366
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$62
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,366
$23,905
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$292
$5,110
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$223
$3,903
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$312
$5,460
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$330
$5,775
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$313
$5,478
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$320
$5,600
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$80
$1,400
Monthly Total
$3,236
$56,630
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