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BAKERSFIELD vs. LAKE FOREST
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Bakersfield, California vs. Lake Forest, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lake Forest, California is
59.5%
more expensive
than Bakersfield, California.
You would need a salary of
$79,739
in Lake Forest, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Bakersfield, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, California is
more expensive
than Bakersfield, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
168% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, CA vs. Lake Forest, CA
Compared to Bakersfield, Lake Forest is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
59.5% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
4.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
195.6% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
9.0% lower
Commute
7.7% higher
Health
2.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.1% higher
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