Ruston, Louisiana vs. South Portland, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in South Portland, Maine is 35.4% more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $101,547 in South Portland, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruston, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, South Portland, Maine is more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
122% more expensive in South Portland
than in Ruston, Louisiana
Ruston, LA vs. South Portland, ME
Compared to Ruston, South Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.4% 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
  16.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.0% higher
  Commute
  12.1% higher
  Health
  31.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.2% higher