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Cost of living in St. John the Baptist Parish, LA

Part of the New Orleans Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,130/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 41,342 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,236 39%
Healthcare $480 15%
Federal tax $446 14%
Transport $320 10%
Groceries $315 10%
Energy $186 6%
State tax $92 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in St. John the Baptist Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,071
per month
1 bedroom
$1,236
per month
2 bedroom
$1,478
per month
3 bedroom
$1,889
per month
4 bedroom
$2,217
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in St. John the Baptist Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,418
per year
Individual earnings
$37,309
per year
Per capita
$30,337
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in St. John the Baptist Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$184,000
Annual property tax
$829

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in St. John the Baptist 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 St. John the Baptist Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.0%

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 St. John the Baptist 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 St. John the Baptist Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
29.5 min
Drive alone
84.7%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
5.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for St. John the Baptist Parish

What it costs to live in St. John the Baptist Parish each month.

Single person
$3,130
per month
  • Rent $1,236
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $446
  • State tax $92
Couple
$4,535
per month
  • Rent $1,478
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $773
  • State tax $190
Family
$7,068
per month
  • Rent $1,889
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $773
  • State tax $190

Frequently asked questions about St. John the Baptist Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in St. John the Baptist Parish?

In St. John the Baptist Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,236 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,478 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,889 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in St. John the Baptist Parish?

In St. John the Baptist Parish, LA, the average household income is $67,418 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,309 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in St. John the Baptist Parish?

The estimated cost of living in St. John the Baptist Parish, LA is approximately $3,130 per month for a single person, $4,535 for a couple, $7,068 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in St. John the Baptist Parish?

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

Is St. John the Baptist Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in St. John the Baptist Parish, LA would need approximately $3,130 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,418 per year ($5,618 per month). St. John the Baptist Parish has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in St. John the Baptist Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in St. John the Baptist Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in St. John the Baptist Parish?

The average home value in St. John the Baptist Parish, LA is $184,000, with average annual property taxes of $829, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does St. John the Baptist Parish compare to other areas?

You can compare St. John the Baptist Parish, LA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. St. John the Baptist Parish is in the New Orleans-Metairie, 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