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PORTLAND vs. LAKE CHARLES
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Cost of Living Calculator - Portland, Maine vs Lake Charles, Louisiana
The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is
25.7%
cheaper
than Portland, Maine.
You would need a salary of
$37,131
in Lake Charles, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Portland, Maine.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Charles, Louisiana is
cheaper
than Portland, Maine
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% cheaper in Lake Charles
than in Portland, Maine
Portland, ME vs Lake Charles, LA
Compared to Portland, Lake Charles is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
25.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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16.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
51.6% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
12.5% lower
Commute
16.6% higher
Health
12.6% higher
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Personal
15.3% lower
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