Cost of Living in Lake Charles, LA
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Annual Breakdown
Gross Salary $70,000
Taxes (Est.) ...
Housing (Rent) -$14,604
Net Income ...
Cost of Living Index
57.1
Cheaper Avg (100) Pricier
Living in Lake Charles, LA is roughly 43% less expensive than the national average.
Monthly Take-Home
... / mo
Affordability Score
–
Grade Rent Burden –%
Affordable (<20%) 30% Rule Stretched (>40%)
K-12 Schools
See Details → Schools 65
Enrollment 35,793
Pupil:Teacher 0:1
Charter 4.6%
Title I 0%
Colleges & Universities
See Details → Institutions 4
Avg In-State $4,241
Avg Out-of-State $4,991
Avg Grad Rate 56.5%
| Institution | Enrollment | In-State Tuition | Grad Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage One-The Hair School | 79 | $0 | 81.0% |
| McNeese State University | 6,060 | $5,147 | 52.0% |
| Avery James College | 74 | $0 | 50.0% |
| SOWELA Technical Community College | 3,316 | $3,335 | 43.0% |