| | Natchez, MS | Lake Charles, LA | United States |
| Overall | 71.4 | 84.1 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 96.4 | 92.9 | 100 |
| Health | 105.1 | 101.9 | 100 |
| Housing | 40.2 | 62.3 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $116,200 | $179,400 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,500.0% | 8,990.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 66.9 | 89.1 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 66.8 | 93.4 | 100 |
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Natchez 
3 Reviews
Enjoyed a one-day visit to this lovely town. Located on the mighty Mississippi River, historic preservation is evident. New businesses have taken care to preserve the More
The city of Natchez was a great disappointment due to the fact it has been allowed to fall into a state of filth and disrepair. More
Now, let me qualify, I've never actually lived in Natchez but spent one of the most relaxing weeks of my life there. Very nice people and some of the most beautiful More
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Reviews for Lake Charles 
34 Reviews
I’ve lived in the city for years and it’s great, you should really check it More
Lake Charles, Louisiana is one of the absolute creepiest cities in the USA. The people feel dead inside. They also seem to secretly hate each other. It is also an More
Beware reader, the city of Lake Charles is an absolute sh*thole. If you are traveling through I-10 you might want to skip this place. This place is the very worst of the More
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