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AUSTIN vs. LAKE CHARLES
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Cost of Living Calculator - Austin, Texas vs Lake Charles, Louisiana

The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is 35.8% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $28,899 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:

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35.8% lower

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3.9% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

59.5% lower

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

9.3% lower

Commute

18.9% lower

Health

0.3% higher

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Personal

8.9% lower

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