Lake Charles, Louisiana vs. Tampa, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tampa, Florida is 24.8% more expensive than Lake Charles, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $87,353 in Tampa, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tampa, Florida is more expensive than Lake Charles, Louisiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
112% more expensive in Tampa
than in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Lake Charles, LA vs. Tampa, FL
Compared to Lake Charles, Tampa is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  46.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.1% higher
  Commute
  25.8% higher
  Health
  1.6% lower
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  5.2% higher
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