Moving from El Paso to Shreveport (2026)

Shreveport has a COL index of 81 vs 80 for El Paso (100 = US average). Expect to pay about 1% more for the same lifestyle.

Pay ~$219 more/mo
on rent + taxes ยท $75K salary baseline

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Key differences

COL index
80 โ†’ 81
100 = US avg
1BR rent
$1,050 โ†’ $1,000
per month
State tax
None โ†’ 4.3%
income tax
COL difference
80 โ†’ 81
1% more expensive

Salary needed in Shreveport to match your El Paso lifestyle

Based on the 1% cost of living increase between the two cities.

Your salary in El PasoEquivalent in Shreveport
$40K$40,500
$50K$50,625
$60K$60,750
$75K$75,938
$80K$81,000
$100K$101,250
$120K$121,500
$150K$151,875

๐Ÿ’ต Household income (before tax)

$75K
$
$30K$300K
Save ~$15/moon core expenses at $75K

Monthly budget at $75K โ€” El Paso vs Shreveport

ExpenseEl PasoShreveport
Monthly take-home$4,741$4,472
1BR rent$1,050$1,000
Groceries$346$353
Transport$40$40
Utilities$175$205
Internet$60$58
Left after essentials$3,070$2,816

Frequently asked questions

Is Shreveport cheaper than El Paso?

No. Shreveport has a cost of living index of 81 vs 80 for El Paso (100 = US average). That's about 1% more expensive.

How much will I save moving from El Paso to Shreveport?

On a $75K salary, core expenses in Shreveport run about $219/month more than El Paso. Factor this into your salary negotiation when relocating.

What salary do I need in Shreveport to match my El Paso lifestyle?

To maintain the same purchasing power as $75,000 in El Paso, you'd need roughly $75,938/year in Shreveport. This is based on the overall COL index difference.

Estimates based on Q1 2026 COL index and market data. Budget uses simplified federal/state tax rates. Zillow ยท BLS ยท Numbeo ยท For general guidance only