Branson, Missouri vs. Ruston, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ruston, Louisiana is 1.5% more expensive than Branson, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $101,508 in Ruston, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Branson, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ruston, Louisiana is more expensive than Branson, Missouri
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
64% more expensive in Ruston
than in Branson, Missouri
Branson, MO vs. Ruston, LA
Compared to Branson, Ruston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% 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
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.9% lower
  Commute
  3.2% lower
  Health
  28.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.5% lower

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