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Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, LA

Cost of living in Lafourche Parish, LA

Part of the Houma Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,884/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 96,670 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $934 32%
Federal tax $494 17%
Healthcare $480 17%
Transport $320 11%
Groceries $315 11%
Energy $186 6%
State tax $100 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Lafourche Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$786
per month
1 bedroom
$934
per month
2 bedroom
$1,146
per month
3 bedroom
$1,382
per month
4 bedroom
$1,519
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Lafourche Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$63,439
per year
Individual earnings
$40,248
per year
Per capita
$32,900
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Lafourche Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$190,800
Annual property tax
$951

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Lafourche 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 Lafourche Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.6%

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 Lafourche 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 Lafourche Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.5 min
Drive alone
80.8%
Public transit
0.4%
Work from home
4.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Lafourche Parish

What it costs to live in Lafourche Parish each month.

Single person
$2,884
per month
  • Rent $934
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $494
  • State tax $100
Couple
$4,124
per month
  • Rent $1,146
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $708
  • State tax $176
Family
$6,482
per month
  • Rent $1,382
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $708
  • State tax $176

Frequently asked questions about Lafourche Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Lafourche Parish?

In Lafourche Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $934 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,146 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,382 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Lafourche Parish?

In Lafourche Parish, LA, the average household income is $63,439 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,248 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Lafourche Parish?

The estimated cost of living in Lafourche Parish, LA is approximately $2,884 per month for a single person, $4,124 for a couple, $6,482 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Lafourche Parish?

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

Is Lafourche Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Lafourche Parish, LA would need approximately $2,884 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $63,439 per year ($5,287 per month). Lafourche Parish has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Lafourche Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Lafourche Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Lafourche Parish?

The average home value in Lafourche Parish, LA is $190,800, with average annual property taxes of $951, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Lafourche Parish compare to other areas?

You can compare Lafourche Parish, LA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Lafourche Parish is in the Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, 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