Lake Charles, Louisiana vs. Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Winston-Salem, North Carolina is 2.2% cheaper than Lake Charles, Louisiana.

You would need a salary of $73,375 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Winston-Salem, North Carolina is cheaper than Lake Charles, Louisiana
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
30% cheaper in Winston-Salem
than in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Lake Charles, LA vs. Winston Salem, NC
Compared to Lake Charles, Winston Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.2% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.3% higher
  Commute
  15.3% lower
  Health
  5.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% higher