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DEKALB vs. LAKE CHARLES
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Cost of Living Calculator - DeKalb, Illinois vs Lake Charles, Louisiana
The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is
1.3%
cheaper
than DeKalb, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$19,739
in Lake Charles, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in DeKalb, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Charles, Louisiana is
cheaper
than DeKalb, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% cheaper in Lake Charles
than in DeKalb, Illinois
Dekalb, IL vs Lake Charles, LA
Compared to Dekalb, Lake Charles is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
1.3% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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3.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
3.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
9.4% lower
Commute
15.4% higher
Health
18.1% lower
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Personal
7.3% lower
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