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Cost of living in Madison Parish, LA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,406/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,757 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $688 29%
Healthcare $480 20%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $315 13%
Federal tax $297 12%
Energy $186 8%
State tax $65 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Madison Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$684
per month
1 bedroom
$688
per month
2 bedroom
$903
per month
3 bedroom
$1,117
per month
4 bedroom
$1,516
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Madison Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$37,267
per year
Individual earnings
$28,210
per year
Per capita
$19,086
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Madison Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$90,600
Annual property tax
$208

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Madison 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 Madison Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.5%

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 Madison 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 Madison Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.6 min
Drive alone
83.7%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
3.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Madison Parish

What it costs to live in Madison Parish each month.

Single person
$2,406
per month
  • Rent $688
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $297
  • State tax $65
Couple
$3,394
per month
  • Rent $903
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $305
  • State tax $92
Family
$5,730
per month
  • Rent $1,117
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $305
  • State tax $92

Frequently asked questions about Madison Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Madison Parish?

In Madison Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $688 per month, a two-bedroom averages $903 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,117 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Madison Parish?

In Madison Parish, LA, the average household income is $37,267 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $28,210 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Madison Parish?

The estimated cost of living in Madison Parish, LA is approximately $2,406 per month for a single person, $3,394 for a couple, $5,730 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Madison Parish?

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

Is Madison Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Madison Parish, LA would need approximately $2,406 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $37,267 per year ($3,106 per month). Madison Parish has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Madison Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Madison Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Madison Parish?

The average home value in Madison Parish, LA is $90,600, with average annual property taxes of $208, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Madison 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