Ruston, Louisiana vs. Denver, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Denver, Colorado is 58.2% more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $94,901 in Denver, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruston, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Denver, Colorado is more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
195% more expensive in Denver
than in Ruston, Louisiana
Ruston, LA vs. Denver, CO
Compared to Ruston, Denver is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  58.2% 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
  7.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  156.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.4% higher
  Commute
  71.7% higher
  Health
  36.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.1% higher