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LAKE FOREST vs. CHARLOTTE
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Lake Forest, California vs. Charlotte, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Charlotte, North Carolina is
39.5%
cheaper
than Lake Forest, California.
You would need a salary of
$42,323
in Charlotte, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Lake Forest, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charlotte, North Carolina is
cheaper
than Lake Forest, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Charlotte
than in Lake Forest, California
Lake Forest, CA vs. Charlotte, NC
Compared to Lake Forest, Charlotte is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
39.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
68.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.2% lower
Commute
12.5% lower
Health
1.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
5.4% lower
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