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Cost of living in Catahoula Parish, LA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,483/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 8,738 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $688 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $362 15%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $315 13%
Energy $186 7%
State tax $77 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Catahoula Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$666
per month
1 bedroom
$688
per month
2 bedroom
$903
per month
3 bedroom
$1,265
per month
4 bedroom
$1,318
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Catahoula Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$47,753
per year
Individual earnings
$32,215
per year
Per capita
$22,927
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Catahoula Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$88,000
Annual property tax
$257

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Catahoula 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 Catahoula Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.7%

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 Catahoula 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 Catahoula Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
29.5 min
Drive alone
77.9%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
10.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Catahoula Parish

What it costs to live in Catahoula Parish each month.

Single person
$2,483
per month
  • Rent $688
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $362
  • State tax $77
Couple
$3,578
per month
  • Rent $903
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $459
  • State tax $122
Family
$6,062
per month
  • Rent $1,265
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $459
  • State tax $122

Frequently asked questions about Catahoula Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Catahoula Parish?

In Catahoula Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $688 per month, a two-bedroom averages $903 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,265 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Catahoula Parish?

In Catahoula Parish, LA, the average household income is $47,753 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $32,215 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Catahoula Parish?

The estimated cost of living in Catahoula Parish, LA is approximately $2,483 per month for a single person, $3,578 for a couple, $6,062 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Catahoula Parish?

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

Is Catahoula Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Catahoula Parish, LA would need approximately $2,483 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $47,753 per year ($3,979 per month). Catahoula Parish has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Catahoula Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Catahoula Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Catahoula Parish?

The average home value in Catahoula Parish, LA is $88,000, with average annual property taxes of $257, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Catahoula Parish compare to other areas?

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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