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Cost of living in Evangeline Parish, LA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,550/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 32,162 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $728 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $385 15%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $315 12%
Energy $186 7%
State tax $81 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Evangeline Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$666
per month
1 bedroom
$728
per month
2 bedroom
$903
per month
3 bedroom
$1,196
per month
4 bedroom
$1,197
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Evangeline Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$42,273
per year
Individual earnings
$33,621
per year
Per capita
$24,765
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Evangeline Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$118,500
Annual property tax
$323

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Evangeline 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 Evangeline Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.5%

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 Evangeline 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 Evangeline Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
33.6 min
Drive alone
81.1%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
2.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Evangeline Parish

What it costs to live in Evangeline Parish each month.

Single person
$2,550
per month
  • Rent $728
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $385
  • State tax $81
Couple
$3,481
per month
  • Rent $903
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $378
  • State tax $106
Family
$5,896
per month
  • Rent $1,196
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $378
  • State tax $106

Frequently asked questions about Evangeline Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Evangeline Parish?

In Evangeline Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $728 per month, a two-bedroom averages $903 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,196 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Evangeline Parish?

In Evangeline Parish, LA, the average household income is $42,273 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,621 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Evangeline Parish?

The estimated cost of living in Evangeline Parish, LA is approximately $2,550 per month for a single person, $3,481 for a couple, $5,896 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Evangeline Parish?

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

Is Evangeline Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Evangeline Parish, LA would need approximately $2,550 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $42,273 per year ($3,523 per month). Evangeline Parish has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Evangeline Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Evangeline Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Evangeline Parish?

The average home value in Evangeline Parish, LA is $118,500, with average annual property taxes of $323, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Evangeline 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