Ruston, Louisiana vs. Madison, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Madison, South Dakota is 1.2% cheaper than Ruston, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $34,073 in Madison, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruston, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, South Dakota is cheaper than Ruston, Louisiana
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
31% cheaper in Madison
than in Ruston, Louisiana
Ruston, LA vs. Madison, SD
Compared to Ruston, Madison is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.2% lower
      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
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.0% higher
  Commute
  6.8% lower
  Health
  8.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% higher