Ruston, Louisiana vs. Daphne, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Daphne, Alabama is 14.5% more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $57,240 in Daphne, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruston, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Daphne, Alabama is more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% more expensive in Daphne
than in Ruston, Louisiana
Ruston, LA vs. Daphne, AL
Compared to Ruston, Daphne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.5% 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
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.5% higher
  Commute
  19.8% higher
  Health
  12.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.3% higher