Gallatin, TN vs Ruston, LA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Gallatin
68.5
#1311 nationally
Ruston
72.3
#911 nationally
Gallatin leads in median household income ($68,548 vs $32,877). Gallatin leads in crime level (5.7 vs 11.7). Ruston leads in average commute (13.9 min vs 26 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Gallatin, TN | Ruston, LA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 68.5 (#1311) | 72.3 (#911) |
| Population | 50,355 | 22,233 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $438,486 | $229,937 |
| Median Household Income | $68,548 | $32,877 |
| Average Commute | 26 min | 13.9 min |
| Walk Score | 24 | 25 |
| Crime Level | 5.7 | 11.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 107 | 95 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+41.8 | R+25.4 |
D+
68.5 Score
Gallatin, TN
Tennessee community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$438,486
Population
50,355
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
24
Southeast
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C-
72.3 Score
Ruston, LA
Small Louisiana city with local appeal
Median Home
$229,937
Population
22,233
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
25
Southeast
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