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LAKE CHARLES vs. NEW ORLEANS
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Lake Charles, Louisiana vs. New Orleans, Louisiana
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in New Orleans, Louisiana is
22.3%
more expensive
than Lake Charles, Louisiana.
You would need a salary of
$91,697
in New Orleans, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, New Orleans, Louisiana is
more expensive
than Lake Charles, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% more expensive in New Orleans
than in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Lake Charles, LA vs. New Orleans, LA
Compared to Lake Charles, New Orleans is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
22.3% higher
Child Care
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
6.8% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
19.3% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.9% lower
Commute
48.7% higher
Health
0.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
6.9% higher
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