Lake Charles, Louisiana vs. Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is 42.6% more expensive than Lake Charles, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $132,617 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Lauderdale, Florida is more expensive than Lake Charles, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
190% more expensive in Fort Lauderdale
than in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Lake Charles, LA vs. Fort Lauderdale, FL
Compared to Lake Charles, Fort Lauderdale is:
  Homeowner
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  42.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  15.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  110.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.2% higher
  Commute
  46.8% higher
  Health
  2.6% lower
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  Personal
  13.1% higher
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