Cost of Living Calculator - Ruston, Louisiana vs Manhattan, New York


The cost of living in Manhattan, New York is 174.0% more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $274 in Manhattan, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruston, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, New York is more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
499% more expensive in Manhattan
than in Ruston, Louisiana
Ruston, LA vs Manhattan, NY
Compared to Ruston, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  174.0% 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
  27.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  624.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  75.6% higher
  Commute
  138.2% higher
  Health
  5.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  60.0% higher

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