Quick answer
Overall prices in the San Diego, CA metro were 111.9 vs 92.6 in New Orleans, LA in 2024 (US = 100), so San Diego is 20.8% more expensive than New Orleans; housing rents differ by 108% (179.3 vs 86.0). A $75,000 income in San Diego buys about what $62,070 buys in New Orleans, per BEA.
Data as of 2024. Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024
| Price index (US = 100) | San Diego | New Orleans | San Diego vs New Orleans |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 111.9 | 92.6 | +20.8% |
| Goods | 108.0 | 93.7 | +15.2% |
| Housing (rents) | 179.3 | 86.0 | +108.4% |
| Utilities | 174.2 | 71.2 | +144.6% |
| Other services | 99.6 | 95.7 | +4.1% |
| All items, 2008 | 113.7 | 98.2 | +15.8% |
| $50,000 in San Diego equals in New Orleans | $41,380 | ||
| $100,000 in San Diego equals in New Orleans | $82,759 | ||
| $150,000 in San Diego equals in New Orleans | $124,139 |
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Last updated 2026-10-16. Data only, not financial or tax advice.