Albany, New York vs. Lake Charles, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is 13.9% cheaper than Albany, New York.

You would need a salary of $43,057 in Lake Charles, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Albany, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Charles, Louisiana is cheaper than Albany, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% cheaper in Lake Charles
than in Albany, New York
Albany, NY vs. Lake Charles, LA
Compared to Albany, Lake Charles is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.9% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  18.3% lower
  Commute
  1.7% higher
  Health
  12.8% lower
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  Personal
  17.6% lower
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