Cost of Living Calculator - Houma, Louisiana vs Lake Charles, Louisiana


The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is 5.2% cheaper than Houma, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $71,069 in Lake Charles, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Houma, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Charles, Louisiana is cheaper than Houma, Louisiana
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
14% cheaper in Lake Charles
than in Houma, Louisiana
Houma, LA vs Lake Charles, LA
Compared to Houma, Lake Charles is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% higher
  Commute
  6.9% lower
  Health
  14.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% lower

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