Ruston, Louisiana vs. Fort Smith, Arkansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Smith, Arkansas is 7.2% cheaper than Ruston, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $88,181 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruston, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Smith, Arkansas is cheaper than Ruston, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% cheaper in Fort Smith
than in Ruston, Louisiana
Ruston, LA vs. Fort Smith, AR
Compared to Ruston, Fort Smith is:
  Homeowner
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  7.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.7% higher
  Commute
  8.6% higher
  Health
  29.1% lower
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  Personal
  4.3% higher
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