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SELMA vs. LAKE CHARLES
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Selma, Texas vs. Lake Charles, Louisiana
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Lake Charles, Louisiana is
11.6%
cheaper
than Selma, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$35,362
in Lake Charles, Louisiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Selma, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Charles, Louisiana is
cheaper
than Selma, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Lake Charles
than in Selma, Texas
Selma, TX vs. Lake Charles, LA
Compared to Selma, Lake Charles is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
11.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
0.3% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
31.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.0% lower
Commute
13.2% lower
Health
6.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
4.8% lower
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