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DENVER vs. LAKE CHARLES
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Denver, Colorado vs. Lake Charles, Louisiana
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is
35.0%
cheaper
than Denver, Colorado.
You would need a salary of
$48,768
in Lake Charles, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Denver, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Charles, Louisiana is
cheaper
than Denver, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
68% cheaper in Lake Charles
than in Denver, Colorado
Denver, CO vs. Lake Charles, LA
Compared to Denver, Lake Charles is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
35.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
8.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
64.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.5% lower
Commute
23.3% lower
Health
21.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
11.0% lower
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