Waco, Texas vs. Ruston, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ruston, Louisiana is 2.4% more expensive than Waco, Texas.

You would need a salary of $51,204 in Ruston, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Waco, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ruston, Louisiana is more expensive than Waco, Texas
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
30% more expensive in Ruston
than in Waco, Texas
Waco, TX vs. Ruston, LA
Compared to Waco, Ruston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.9% lower
  Commute
  6.5% lower
  Health
  30.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% lower