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Cost of Living Calculator - Lake Charles, Louisiana vs Madison, Wisconsin

The cost of living in Madison, Wisconsin is 22.0% more expensive than Lake Charles, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $97,617 in Madison, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Madison, Wisconsin is more expensive than Lake Charles, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% more expensive in Madison
than in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Lake Charles, LA vs Madison, WI
Compared to Lake Charles, Madison is:
  Homeowner
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  22.0% higher
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  5.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  71.7% higher
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  Utilities
  19.6% higher
  Commute
  3.7% lower
  Health
  8.8% lower
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  Personal
  14.3% higher
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