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Cost of living in Jefferson Parish, LA

Part of the New Orleans Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,185/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 432,484 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,236 39%
Federal tax $493 15%
Healthcare $480 15%
Transport $320 10%
Groceries $315 10%
Energy $186 6%
State tax $100 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Jefferson Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,071
per month
1 bedroom
$1,236
per month
2 bedroom
$1,478
per month
3 bedroom
$1,889
per month
4 bedroom
$2,217
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Jefferson Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$65,246
per year
Individual earnings
$40,204
per year
Per capita
$37,062
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Jefferson Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$243,500
Annual property tax
$1,265

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Jefferson 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 Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.9%

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 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 Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.3 min
Drive alone
77.3%
Public transit
0.9%
Work from home
7.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Jefferson Parish

What it costs to live in Jefferson Parish each month.

Single person
$3,185
per month
  • Rent $1,236
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $493
  • State tax $100
Couple
$4,493
per month
  • Rent $1,478
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $738
  • State tax $183
Family
$7,026
per month
  • Rent $1,889
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $738
  • State tax $183

Frequently asked questions about Jefferson Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Jefferson Parish?

In Jefferson Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,236 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,478 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,889 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Jefferson Parish?

In Jefferson Parish, LA, the average household income is $65,246 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,204 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Jefferson Parish?

The estimated cost of living in Jefferson Parish, LA is approximately $3,185 per month for a single person, $4,493 for a couple, $7,026 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Jefferson Parish?

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

Is Jefferson Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Jefferson Parish, LA would need approximately $3,185 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $65,246 per year ($5,437 per month). Jefferson Parish has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Jefferson Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Jefferson Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Jefferson Parish?

The average home value in Jefferson Parish, LA is $243,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,265, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Jefferson Parish compare to other areas?

You can compare Jefferson Parish, LA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Jefferson Parish is in the New Orleans-Metairie, 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