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SAN FRANCISCO vs. RUSTON
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San Francisco, California vs. Ruston, Louisiana
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Ruston, Louisiana is
66.9%
cheaper
than San Francisco, California.
You would need a salary of
$19,869
in Ruston, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in San Francisco, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ruston, Louisiana is
cheaper
than San Francisco, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
84% cheaper in Ruston
than in San Francisco, California
San Francisco, CA vs. Ruston, LA
Compared to San Francisco, Ruston is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
66.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
18.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
88.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.2% lower
Commute
57.3% lower
Health
15.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
22.5% lower
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