Cost of Living Calculator - Ruston, Louisiana vs Athens, Ohio


The cost of living in Athens, Ohio is 1.7% cheaper than Ruston, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $49,134 in Athens, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruston, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Ohio is cheaper than Ruston, Louisiana
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
31% cheaper in Athens
than in Ruston, Louisiana
Ruston, LA vs Athens, OH
Compared to Ruston, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.7% 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
  9.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.4% higher
  Commute
  12.0% lower
  Health
  31.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% lower

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