Ruston, Louisiana vs. Tampa, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is 28.3% more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $151,956 in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruston, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is more expensive than Ruston, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
95% more expensive in Tampa
than in Ruston, Louisiana
Ruston, LA vs. Tampa, FL
Compared to Ruston, Tampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.3% 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
  10.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.5% higher
  Commute
  65.8% higher
  Health
  24.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% higher