Lake Charles, Louisiana vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 15.6% more expensive than Lake Charles, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $138,773 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is more expensive than Lake Charles, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% more expensive in Richmond
than in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Lake Charles, LA vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Lake Charles, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.0% higher
  Commute
  6.3% lower
  Health
  2.6% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  15.2% higher
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