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CHARLOTTE vs. LAKEWOOD
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Charlotte, North Carolina vs. Lakewood, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lakewood, California is
57.0%
more expensive
than Charlotte, North Carolina.
You would need a salary of
$78,485
in Lakewood, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lakewood, California is
more expensive
than Charlotte, North Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
92% more expensive in Lakewood
than in Charlotte, North Carolina
Charlotte, NC vs. Lakewood, CA
Compared to Charlotte, Lakewood is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
57.0% higher
Child Care
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Renter
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Food
3.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
153.7% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.7% lower
Commute
59.2% higher
Health
8.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.7% higher
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