Lake Charles, Louisiana vs. Springfield, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Springfield, Missouri is 1.6% cheaper than Lake Charles, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $49,218 in Springfield, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Springfield, Missouri is cheaper than Lake Charles, Louisiana
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
44% cheaper in Springfield
than in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Lake Charles, LA vs. Springfield, MO
Compared to Lake Charles, Springfield is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.6% 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
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.3% higher
  Commute
  6.8% lower
  Health
  1.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% higher