Carbondale, Illinois vs. Lake Charles, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is 6.4% more expensive than Carbondale, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $53,201 in Lake Charles, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Carbondale, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Charles, Louisiana is more expensive than Carbondale, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% more expensive in Lake Charles
than in Carbondale, Illinois
Carbondale, IL vs. Lake Charles, LA
Compared to Carbondale, Lake Charles is:
  Homeowner
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  6.4% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.7% lower
  Commute
  26.9% higher
  Health
  21.1% lower
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  Personal
  6.3% lower
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