Ruston, Louisiana vs. Longview, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Longview, Texas is 1.7% more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $50,866 in Longview, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruston, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Longview, Texas is more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% more expensive in Longview
than in Ruston, Louisiana
Ruston, LA vs. Longview, TX
Compared to Ruston, Longview is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.7% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.4% higher
  Commute
  17.9% higher
  Health
  26.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.9% higher