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Cost of living in LaSalle Parish, LA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,713/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 14,804 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $705 26%
Federal tax $543 20%
Healthcare $480 18%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $315 12%
Energy $186 7%
State tax $109 4%
Water $55 2%

Rent in LaSalle Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$682
per month
1 bedroom
$705
per month
2 bedroom
$925
per month
3 bedroom
$1,192
per month
4 bedroom
$1,350
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in LaSalle Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,077
per year
Individual earnings
$43,255
per year
Per capita
$31,297
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in LaSalle Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$137,200
Annual property tax
$578

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in LaSalle 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 LaSalle Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.1%

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 LaSalle 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 LaSalle Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
35.3 min
Drive alone
72.4%
Public transit
1.0%
Work from home
2.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for LaSalle Parish

What it costs to live in LaSalle Parish each month.

Single person
$2,713
per month
  • Rent $705
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $543
  • State tax $109
Couple
$3,976
per month
  • Rent $925
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $768
  • State tax $189
Family
$6,365
per month
  • Rent $1,192
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $768
  • State tax $189

Frequently asked questions about LaSalle Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in LaSalle Parish?

In LaSalle Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $705 per month, a two-bedroom averages $925 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,192 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in LaSalle Parish?

In LaSalle Parish, LA, the average household income is $67,077 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,255 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in LaSalle Parish?

The estimated cost of living in LaSalle Parish, LA is approximately $2,713 per month for a single person, $3,976 for a couple, $6,365 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in LaSalle Parish?

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

Is LaSalle Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in LaSalle Parish, LA would need approximately $2,713 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,077 per year ($5,590 per month). LaSalle Parish is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in LaSalle Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in LaSalle Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in LaSalle Parish?

The average home value in LaSalle Parish, LA is $137,200, with average annual property taxes of $578, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does LaSalle 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