Ruston, Louisiana vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 25.0% more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $50,000 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruston, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% more expensive in Dallas
than in Ruston, Louisiana
Ruston, LA vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Ruston, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.0% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.8% higher
  Commute
  73.2% higher
  Health
  25.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.6% higher