Memphis, Tennessee vs. Lake Charles, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is 7.2% more expensive than Memphis, Tennessee.

You would need a salary of $53,613 in Lake Charles, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Memphis, Tennessee.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Charles, Louisiana is more expensive than Memphis, Tennessee
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% more expensive in Lake Charles
than in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis, TN vs. Lake Charles, LA
Compared to Memphis, Lake Charles is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.6% lower
  Commute
  5.7% lower
  Health
  5.3% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  3.9% higher
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