Ruston, Louisiana vs. Boise City, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Boise City, Idaho is 44.2% more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $72,092 in Boise City, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruston, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Boise City, Idaho is more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
145% more expensive in Boise City
than in Ruston, Louisiana
Ruston, LA vs. Boise City, ID
Compared to Ruston, Boise City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.2% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.1% higher
  Commute
  25.0% higher
  Health
  24.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% higher