Moving from Laredo to Evansville (2026)

Evansville has a COL index of 80 vs 79 for Laredo (100 = US average). Expect to pay about 1% more for the same lifestyle.

Pay ~$44 more/mo
on core expenses · $75K salary baseline

Key differences

COL index
7980
100 = US avg
1BR rent
$950$990
per month
State tax
None3.2%
income tax
Take-home at $75K
$4,741$4,541
per month

Salary needed in Evansville to match your Laredo lifestyle

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

Your salary in LaredoEquivalent in Evansville
$40K$40,506
$50K$50,633
$60K$60,759
$75K$75,949
$80K$81,013
$100K$101,266
$120K$121,519
$150K$151,899

Monthly budget at $75K — Laredo vs Evansville

ExpenseLaredoEvansville
Monthly take-home$4,741$4,541
1BR rent$950$990
Groceries$338$353
Transport$35$40
Utilities$168$152
Internet$58$58
Left after essentials$3,192$2,948

Frequently asked questions

Is Evansville cheaper than Laredo?

No. Evansville has a cost of living index of 80 vs 79 for Laredo (100 = US average). That's about 1% more expensive.

How much will I save moving from Laredo to Evansville?

On a $75K salary, core expenses in Evansville run about $44/month more than Laredo. Factor this into your salary negotiation when relocating.

What salary do I need in Evansville to match my Laredo lifestyle?

To maintain the same purchasing power as $75,000 in Laredo, you'd need roughly $75,949/year in Evansville. This is based on the overall COL index difference between the two cities.

Estimates based on Q1 2026 COL index and market data. Budget uses simplified federal/state tax rates at $75K. Zillow · BLS · Numbeo · For general guidance only