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AUSTIN vs. LAKE CHARLES
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Austin, Texas vs. Lake Charles, Louisiana
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is
35.8%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$22,477
in Lake Charles, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Charles, Louisiana is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Lake Charles
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Lake Charles, LA
Compared to Austin, Lake Charles is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
35.8% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
59.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.3% lower
Commute
18.9% lower
Health
0.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
8.9% lower
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