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BELLINGHAM vs. LAKE CHARLES
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Cost of Living Calculator - Bellingham, Washington vs Lake Charles, Louisiana
The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is
32.5%
cheaper
than Bellingham, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$33,734
in Lake Charles, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Bellingham, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Charles, Louisiana is
cheaper
than Bellingham, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Lake Charles
than in Bellingham, Washington
Bellingham, WA vs Lake Charles, LA
Compared to Bellingham, Lake Charles is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
32.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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9.6% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
65.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
29.0% higher
Commute
8.7% higher
Health
4.8% higher
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Personal
15.4% lower
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