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LANCASTER vs. LAKE CHARLES
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Cost of Living Calculator - Lancaster, California vs Lake Charles, Louisiana
The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is
27.7%
cheaper
than Lancaster, California.
You would need a salary of
$65,035
in Lake Charles, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Lancaster, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Charles, Louisiana is
cheaper
than Lancaster, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Lake Charles
than in Lancaster, California
Lancaster, CA vs Lake Charles, LA
Compared to Lancaster, Lake Charles is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
27.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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5.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
48.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
22.4% lower
Commute
25.3% lower
Health
14.6% higher
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Personal
12.8% lower
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