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Cost of living in Beauregard Parish, LA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,735/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 36,646 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $765 28%
Federal tax $511 19%
Healthcare $480 18%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $315 12%
Energy $186 7%
State tax $103 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Beauregard Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$677
per month
1 bedroom
$765
per month
2 bedroom
$974
per month
3 bedroom
$1,216
per month
4 bedroom
$1,610
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Beauregard Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$64,995
per year
Individual earnings
$41,295
per year
Per capita
$33,294
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Beauregard Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$164,500
Annual property tax
$544

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Beauregard 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 Beauregard Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.1%

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 Beauregard 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 Beauregard Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
32.7 min
Drive alone
83.2%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
3.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Beauregard Parish

What it costs to live in Beauregard Parish each month.

Single person
$2,735
per month
  • Rent $765
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $511
  • State tax $103
Couple
$3,984
per month
  • Rent $974
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $734
  • State tax $182
Family
$6,348
per month
  • Rent $1,216
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $734
  • State tax $182

Frequently asked questions about Beauregard Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Beauregard Parish?

In Beauregard Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $765 per month, a two-bedroom averages $974 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,216 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Beauregard Parish?

In Beauregard Parish, LA, the average household income is $64,995 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,295 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Beauregard Parish?

The estimated cost of living in Beauregard Parish, LA is approximately $2,735 per month for a single person, $3,984 for a couple, $6,348 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Beauregard Parish?

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

Is Beauregard Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Beauregard Parish, LA would need approximately $2,735 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $64,995 per year ($5,416 per month). Beauregard Parish has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Beauregard Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Beauregard Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Beauregard Parish?

The average home value in Beauregard Parish, LA is $164,500, with average annual property taxes of $544, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Beauregard Parish compare to other areas?

You can compare Beauregard Parish, LA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Beauregard Parish is in the DeRidder, LA metro area.

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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