Bryan, Texas vs. Lake Charles, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is 3.0% more expensive than Bryan, Texas.

You would need a salary of $51,487 in Lake Charles, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Bryan, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Charles, Louisiana is more expensive than Bryan, Texas
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
20% more expensive in Lake Charles
than in Bryan, Texas
Bryan, TX vs. Lake Charles, LA
Compared to Bryan, Lake Charles is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.2% lower
  Commute
  24.1% higher
  Health
  1.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher

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