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SAN JOSE vs. LAKE CHARLES
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San Jose, California vs. Lake Charles, Louisiana
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is
61.3%
cheaper
than San Jose, California.
You would need a salary of
$19,326
in Lake Charles, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in San Jose, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Charles, Louisiana is
cheaper
than San Jose, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
84% cheaper in Lake Charles
than in San Jose, California
San Jose, CA vs. Lake Charles, LA
Compared to San Jose, Lake Charles is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
61.3% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
18.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
85.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
7.1% lower
Commute
41.0% lower
Health
5.4% lower
Taxes
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Personal
12.7% lower
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