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Cost of living in Cameron Parish, LA

Part of the Lake Charles Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,993/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,222 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $877 29%
Federal tax $635 21%
Healthcare $480 16%
Transport $320 11%
Groceries $315 11%
Energy $186 6%
State tax $125 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Cameron Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$871
per month
1 bedroom
$877
per month
2 bedroom
$1,144
per month
3 bedroom
$1,383
per month
4 bedroom
$1,517
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Cameron Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$72,500
per year
Individual earnings
$48,888
per year
Per capita
$33,846
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Cameron Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$183,300
Annual property tax
$814

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Cameron 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 Cameron Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
2.8%

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 Cameron 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 Cameron Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
35.5 min
Drive alone
89.0%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
1.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Cameron Parish

What it costs to live in Cameron Parish each month.

Single person
$2,993
per month
  • Rent $877
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $635
  • State tax $125
Couple
$4,303
per month
  • Rent $1,144
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $857
  • State tax $208
Family
$6,664
per month
  • Rent $1,383
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $857
  • State tax $208

Frequently asked questions about Cameron Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Cameron Parish?

In Cameron Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $877 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,144 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,383 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Cameron Parish?

In Cameron Parish, LA, the average household income is $72,500 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $48,888 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Cameron Parish?

The estimated cost of living in Cameron Parish, LA is approximately $2,993 per month for a single person, $4,303 for a couple, $6,664 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Cameron Parish?

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

Is Cameron Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Cameron Parish, LA would need approximately $2,993 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $72,500 per year ($6,042 per month). Cameron Parish is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Cameron Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Cameron Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 2.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Cameron Parish?

The average home value in Cameron Parish, LA is $183,300, with average annual property taxes of $814, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Cameron Parish compare to other areas?

You can compare Cameron Parish, LA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Cameron Parish is in the Lake Charles, 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