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Cost of living in Lincoln Parish, LA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,402/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 48,160 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $772 32%
Healthcare $480 20%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $315 13%
Federal tax $223 9%
Energy $186 8%
Water $55 2%
State tax $51 2%

Rent in Lincoln Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$721
per month
1 bedroom
$772
per month
2 bedroom
$978
per month
3 bedroom
$1,284
per month
4 bedroom
$1,599
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Lincoln Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$38,035
per year
Individual earnings
$23,429
per year
Per capita
$25,193
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Lincoln Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$195,500
Annual property tax
$975

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Lincoln 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 Lincoln Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.7%

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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.4 min
Drive alone
77.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
10.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Lincoln Parish

What it costs to live in Lincoln Parish each month.

Single person
$2,402
per month
  • Rent $772
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $223
  • State tax $51
Couple
$3,482
per month
  • Rent $978
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $316
  • State tax $94
Family
$5,910
per month
  • Rent $1,284
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $316
  • State tax $94

Frequently asked questions about Lincoln Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Lincoln Parish?

In Lincoln Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $772 per month, a two-bedroom averages $978 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,284 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Lincoln Parish?

In Lincoln Parish, LA, the average household income is $38,035 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $23,429 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Lincoln Parish?

The estimated cost of living in Lincoln Parish, LA is approximately $2,402 per month for a single person, $3,482 for a couple, $5,910 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Lincoln Parish?

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

Is Lincoln Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Lincoln Parish, LA would need approximately $2,402 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $38,035 per year ($3,170 per month). Lincoln Parish has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Lincoln Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Lincoln Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Lincoln Parish?

The average home value in Lincoln Parish, LA is $195,500, with average annual property taxes of $975, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Lincoln Parish compare to other areas?

You can compare Lincoln Parish, LA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Lincoln Parish is in the Ruston, 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