Carbondale, Illinois vs. Ruston, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ruston, Louisiana is 3.5% more expensive than Carbondale, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $51,729 in Ruston, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Carbondale, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ruston, Louisiana is more expensive than Carbondale, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% more expensive in Ruston
than in Carbondale, Illinois
Carbondale, IL vs. Ruston, LA
Compared to Carbondale, Ruston is:
  Homeowner
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  3.5% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.1% lower
  Commute
  3.7% lower
  Health
  2.3% higher
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  Personal
  4.4% lower
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