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CHICAGO vs. LAKE_CHARLES
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Cost of Living Calculator - Chicago, Illinois vs Lake Charles, Louisiana
The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is
22.6%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$58,042
in Lake Charles, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Charles, Louisiana is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Lake Charles
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs Lake_Charles, LA
Compared to Chicago, Lake_Charles is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
22.6% lower
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4.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
34.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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3.1% lower
Commute
35.7% lower
Health
15.8% higher
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Personal
14.7% lower
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