Cost of Living Calculator - Lake Charles, Louisiana vs Athens, Ohio


The cost of living in Athens, Ohio is 4.5% cheaper than Lake Charles, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $47,774 in Athens, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Ohio is cheaper than Lake Charles, Louisiana
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
47% cheaper in Athens
than in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Lake Charles, LA vs Athens, OH
Compared to Lake Charles, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.5% 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
  11.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.6% higher
  Commute
  33.2% lower
  Health
  11.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% higher

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