Ruston, Louisiana vs. Grand Junction, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Grand Junction, Colorado is 18.8% more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $59,406 in Grand Junction, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruston, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Grand Junction, Colorado is more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
91% more expensive in Grand Junction
than in Ruston, Louisiana
Ruston, LA vs. Grand Junction, CO
Compared to Ruston, Grand Junction is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.8% 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
  7.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.3% higher
  Commute
  14.6% higher
  Health
  34.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% higher