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Cost of living in Avoyelles Parish, LA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,482/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 39,176 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $694 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $356 14%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $315 13%
Energy $186 7%
State tax $76 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Avoyelles Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$672
per month
1 bedroom
$694
per month
2 bedroom
$911
per month
3 bedroom
$1,178
per month
4 bedroom
$1,274
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Avoyelles Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$39,439
per year
Individual earnings
$31,843
per year
Per capita
$23,854
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Avoyelles Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$120,200
Annual property tax
$244

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Avoyelles Parish

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$152
per month · 12.7¢/kWh
Natural gas
$34
per month
Annual total
$2,232
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Avoyelles Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.6%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Avoyelles Parish

State and local tax rates for Louisiana.

State income tax
4.3%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
4.5%
Combined sales tax
9.6%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Avoyelles Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
36.4 min
Drive alone
83.2%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
3.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Avoyelles Parish

What it costs to live in Avoyelles Parish each month.

Single person
$2,482
per month
  • Rent $694
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $356
  • State tax $76
Couple
$3,440
per month
  • Rent $911
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $337
  • State tax $98
Family
$5,829
per month
  • Rent $1,178
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $337
  • State tax $98

Frequently asked questions about Avoyelles Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Avoyelles Parish?

In Avoyelles Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $694 per month, a two-bedroom averages $911 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,178 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Avoyelles Parish?

In Avoyelles Parish, LA, the average household income is $39,439 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $31,843 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Avoyelles Parish?

The estimated cost of living in Avoyelles Parish, LA is approximately $2,482 per month for a single person, $3,440 for a couple, $5,829 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Avoyelles Parish?

The combined sales tax rate in Avoyelles Parish, LA is 9.55%, which includes the Louisiana state rate of 4.45% plus an average local rate of 5.10%.

Is Avoyelles Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Avoyelles Parish, LA would need approximately $2,482 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $39,439 per year ($3,287 per month). Avoyelles Parish has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Avoyelles Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Avoyelles Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Avoyelles Parish?

The average home value in Avoyelles Parish, LA is $120,200, with average annual property taxes of $244, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Avoyelles Parish compare to other areas?

You can compare Avoyelles Parish, LA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Avoyelles Parish is in Louisiana.

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources