Portland, Michigan vs. Lake Charles, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is 4.6% cheaper than Portland, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $47,704 in Lake Charles, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Charles, Louisiana is cheaper than Portland, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% cheaper in Lake Charles
than in Portland, Michigan
Portland, MI vs. Lake Charles, LA
Compared to Portland, Lake Charles is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.6% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.0% lower
  Commute
  0.2% higher
  Health
  14.6% higher
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  Personal
  3.5% lower
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