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Cost of living in Red River Parish, LA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,470/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,529 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $688 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $351 14%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $315 13%
Energy $186 8%
State tax $75 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Red River Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$666
per month
1 bedroom
$688
per month
2 bedroom
$903
per month
3 bedroom
$1,135
per month
4 bedroom
$1,390
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Red River Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$44,539
per year
Individual earnings
$31,519
per year
Per capita
$25,081
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Red River Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$103,200
Annual property tax
$555

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Red River 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 Red River Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.4%

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 Red River 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 Red River Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.4 min
Drive alone
91.1%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
2.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Red River Parish

What it costs to live in Red River Parish each month.

Single person
$2,470
per month
  • Rent $688
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $351
  • State tax $75
Couple
$3,522
per month
  • Rent $903
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $412
  • State tax $113
Family
$5,876
per month
  • Rent $1,135
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $412
  • State tax $113

Frequently asked questions about Red River Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Red River Parish?

In Red River Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $688 per month, a two-bedroom averages $903 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,135 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Red River Parish?

In Red River Parish, LA, the average household income is $44,539 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $31,519 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Red River Parish?

The estimated cost of living in Red River Parish, LA is approximately $2,470 per month for a single person, $3,522 for a couple, $5,876 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Red River Parish?

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

Is Red River Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Red River Parish, LA would need approximately $2,470 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $44,539 per year ($3,712 per month). Red River Parish has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Red River Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Red River Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Red River Parish?

The average home value in Red River Parish, LA is $103,200, with average annual property taxes of $555, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Red River 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