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RIVERSIDE vs. LAKE CHARLES
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Cost of Living Calculator - Riverside, California vs Lake Charles, Louisiana
The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is
38.0%
cheaper
than Riverside, California.
You would need a salary of
$46,477
in Lake Charles, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Riverside, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Charles, Louisiana is
cheaper
than Riverside, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Lake Charles
than in Riverside, California
Riverside, CA vs Lake Charles, LA
Compared to Riverside, Lake Charles is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
38.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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7.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
63.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
15.2% lower
Commute
39.0% lower
Health
16.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
13.4% lower
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