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Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, LA

Cost of living in Terrebonne Parish, LA

Part of the Houma Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,882/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 107,362 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $934 32%
Federal tax $492 17%
Healthcare $480 17%
Transport $320 11%
Groceries $315 11%
Energy $186 6%
State tax $100 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Terrebonne Parish

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$786
per month
1 bedroom
$934
per month
2 bedroom
$1,146
per month
3 bedroom
$1,382
per month
4 bedroom
$1,519
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Terrebonne Parish

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$64,819
per year
Individual earnings
$40,154
per year
Per capita
$33,217
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Terrebonne Parish

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$189,100
Annual property tax
$852

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Terrebonne 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 Terrebonne Parish

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.7%

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 Terrebonne 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 Terrebonne Parish

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.3 min
Drive alone
81.0%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
3.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Terrebonne Parish

What it costs to live in Terrebonne Parish each month.

Single person
$2,882
per month
  • Rent $934
  • Energy $186
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $492
  • State tax $100
Couple
$4,152
per month
  • Rent $1,146
  • Energy $223
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $731
  • State tax $181
Family
$6,510
per month
  • Rent $1,382
  • Energy $279
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $731
  • State tax $181

Frequently asked questions about Terrebonne Parish

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Terrebonne Parish?

In Terrebonne Parish, LA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $934 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,146 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,382 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Terrebonne Parish?

In Terrebonne Parish, LA, the average household income is $64,819 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,154 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Terrebonne Parish?

The estimated cost of living in Terrebonne Parish, LA is approximately $2,882 per month for a single person, $4,152 for a couple, $6,510 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Terrebonne Parish?

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

Is Terrebonne Parish an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Terrebonne Parish, LA would need approximately $2,882 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $64,819 per year ($5,402 per month). Terrebonne Parish has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Terrebonne Parish?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Terrebonne Parish, LA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Terrebonne Parish?

The average home value in Terrebonne Parish, LA is $189,100, with average annual property taxes of $852, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Terrebonne Parish compare to other areas?

You can compare Terrebonne Parish, LA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Terrebonne Parish is in the Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, 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