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Cost of living in East Carroll Parish, LA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,286/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,195 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $688 30%
Healthcare $480 21%
Transport $320 14%
Groceries $315 14%
Federal tax $196 9%
Energy $186 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $46 2%

Rent in East Carroll 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
$1,364
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in East Carroll Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$28,321
per year
Individual earnings
$21,616
per year
Per capita
$16,689
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in East Carroll Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$87,400
Annual property tax
$251

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in East Carroll 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 East Carroll Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.2%

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 East Carroll 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 East Carroll Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.3 min
Drive alone
78.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
1.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for East Carroll Parish

What it costs to live in East Carroll Parish each month.

Single person
$2,286
per month
  • Rent $688
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $196
  • State tax $46
Couple
$3,243
per month
  • Rent $903
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $181
  • State tax $65
Family
$5,727
per month
  • Rent $1,265
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $181
  • State tax $65

Frequently asked questions about East Carroll Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in East Carroll Parish?

In East Carroll 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 East Carroll Parish?

In East Carroll Parish, LA, the average household income is $28,321 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $21,616 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in East Carroll Parish?

The estimated cost of living in East Carroll Parish, LA is approximately $2,286 per month for a single person, $3,243 for a couple, $5,727 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in East Carroll Parish?

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

Is East Carroll Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in East Carroll Parish, LA would need approximately $2,286 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $28,321 per year ($2,360 per month). East Carroll Parish has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in East Carroll Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in East Carroll Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in East Carroll Parish?

The average home value in East Carroll Parish, LA is $87,400, with average annual property taxes of $251, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does East Carroll 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