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Cost of living in Pointe Coupee Parish, LA

Part of the Baton Rouge Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,034/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 20,438 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,081 36%
Federal tax $496 16%
Healthcare $480 16%
Transport $320 11%
Groceries $315 10%
Energy $186 6%
State tax $101 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Pointe Coupee Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,063
per month
1 bedroom
$1,081
per month
2 bedroom
$1,222
per month
3 bedroom
$1,528
per month
4 bedroom
$2,023
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Pointe Coupee Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$59,351
per year
Individual earnings
$40,364
per year
Per capita
$32,852
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Pointe Coupee Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$174,500
Annual property tax
$491

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Pointe Coupee 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 Pointe Coupee Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.1%

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 Pointe Coupee 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 Pointe Coupee Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.9 min
Drive alone
88.6%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
2.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Pointe Coupee Parish

What it costs to live in Pointe Coupee Parish each month.

Single person
$3,034
per month
  • Rent $1,081
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $496
  • State tax $101
Couple
$4,119
per month
  • Rent $1,222
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $641
  • State tax $162
Family
$6,547
per month
  • Rent $1,528
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $641
  • State tax $162

Frequently asked questions about Pointe Coupee Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Pointe Coupee Parish?

In Pointe Coupee Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,081 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,222 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,528 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Pointe Coupee Parish?

In Pointe Coupee Parish, LA, the average household income is $59,351 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,364 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Pointe Coupee Parish?

The estimated cost of living in Pointe Coupee Parish, LA is approximately $3,034 per month for a single person, $4,119 for a couple, $6,547 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Pointe Coupee Parish?

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

Is Pointe Coupee Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Pointe Coupee Parish, LA would need approximately $3,034 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $59,351 per year ($4,946 per month). Pointe Coupee Parish has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Pointe Coupee Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pointe Coupee Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Pointe Coupee Parish?

The average home value in Pointe Coupee Parish, LA is $174,500, with average annual property taxes of $491, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Pointe Coupee Parish compare to other areas?

You can compare Pointe Coupee Parish, LA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Pointe Coupee Parish is in the Baton Rouge, 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