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Cost of living in Jefferson Davis Parish, LA

Part of the Lake Charles Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,597/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 32,083 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $690 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $457 18%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $315 12%
Energy $186 7%
State tax $94 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Jefferson Davis Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$657
per month
1 bedroom
$690
per month
2 bedroom
$903
per month
3 bedroom
$1,265
per month
4 bedroom
$1,516
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Jefferson Davis Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$56,500
per year
Individual earnings
$37,982
per year
Per capita
$30,377
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Jefferson Davis Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$145,000
Annual property tax
$409

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Jefferson Davis 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 Jefferson Davis Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.1%

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 Jefferson Davis 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 Jefferson Davis Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
33.1 min
Drive alone
84.1%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
3.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Jefferson Davis Parish

What it costs to live in Jefferson Davis Parish each month.

Single person
$2,597
per month
  • Rent $690
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $457
  • State tax $94
Couple
$3,744
per month
  • Rent $903
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $595
  • State tax $152
Family
$6,228
per month
  • Rent $1,265
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $595
  • State tax $152

Frequently asked questions about Jefferson Davis Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Jefferson Davis Parish?

In Jefferson Davis Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $690 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 Jefferson Davis Parish?

In Jefferson Davis Parish, LA, the average household income is $56,500 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,982 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Jefferson Davis Parish?

The estimated cost of living in Jefferson Davis Parish, LA is approximately $2,597 per month for a single person, $3,744 for a couple, $6,228 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Jefferson Davis Parish?

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

Is Jefferson Davis Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Jefferson Davis Parish, LA would need approximately $2,597 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $56,500 per year ($4,708 per month). Jefferson Davis Parish has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Jefferson Davis Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Jefferson Davis Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Jefferson Davis Parish?

The average home value in Jefferson Davis Parish, LA is $145,000, with average annual property taxes of $409, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Jefferson Davis Parish compare to other areas?

You can compare Jefferson Davis Parish, LA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Jefferson Davis 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