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LAKE CHARLES vs. AUSTIN
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Cost of Living Calculator - Lake Charles, Louisiana vs Austin, Texas

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 55.7% more expensive than Lake Charles, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $778,504 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Lake Charles, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
221% more expensive in Austin
than in Lake Charles, Louisiana

Lake Charles, LA vs Austin, TX

Compared to Lake Charles, Austin is:

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55.7% higher

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4.1% higher

Housing (Homeowner)

146.7% higher

Housing (Rent)

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Utilities

10.2% higher

Commute

23.3% higher

Health

0.3% lower

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Personal

9.7% higher

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