Boston, Massachusetts vs. Lake Charles, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is 45.8% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $27,086 in Lake Charles, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Charles, Louisiana is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Lake Charles
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Lake Charles, LA
Compared to Boston, Lake Charles is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  45.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  16.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  23.0% lower
  Commute
  32.4% lower
  Health
  13.6% higher
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  Personal
  29.1% lower
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