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FORT WAYNE vs. LAKE CHARLES
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Cost of Living Calculator - Fort Wayne, Indiana vs Lake Charles, Louisiana
The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is
3.1%
more expensive
than Fort Wayne, Indiana.
You would need a salary of
$67,016
in Lake Charles, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Charles, Louisiana is
more expensive
than Fort Wayne, Indiana
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
39% more expensive in Lake Charles
than in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Fort Wayne, IN vs Lake Charles, LA
Compared to Fort Wayne, Lake Charles is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
3.1% higher
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Food
1.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
10.8% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.9% lower
Commute
9.3% higher
Health
5.4% higher
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Personal
4.2% lower
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