Ruston, Louisiana vs. Colorado Springs, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Colorado Springs, Colorado is 34.0% more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $67,017 in Colorado Springs, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruston, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Colorado Springs, Colorado is more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
125% more expensive in Colorado Springs
than in Ruston, Louisiana
Ruston, LA vs. Colorado Springs, CO
Compared to Ruston, Colorado Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.0% 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
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.9% higher
  Commute
  40.7% higher
  Health
  37.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% higher