Paducah, Kentucky vs. Lake Charles, Louisiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is 8.3% more expensive than Paducah, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $140,847 in Lake Charles, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Paducah, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Charles, Louisiana is more expensive than Paducah, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% more expensive in Lake Charles
than in Paducah, Kentucky
Paducah, KY vs. Lake Charles, LA
Compared to Paducah, Lake Charles is:
  Homeowner
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  8.3% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  94.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.6% lower
  Commute
  25.8% higher
  Health
  13.8% lower
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  Personal
  4.1% lower
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