Ruston, Louisiana vs. Baytown, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Baytown, Texas is 3.3% more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $55,804 in Baytown, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruston, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Baytown, Texas is more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% more expensive in Baytown
than in Ruston, Louisiana
Ruston, LA vs. Baytown, TX
Compared to Ruston, Baytown is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.3% higher
  Commute
  23.7% higher
  Health
  28.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% higher